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AO08 NSF

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

93,359 mi
Last recorded93,359 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 NSF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2025 93,359 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2024 92,079 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 90,418 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 89,026 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 86,830 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 85,321 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2020 85,321 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 82,492 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 2mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre on 3mm and cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 78,079 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 74,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on edge (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection of some components

Pass 11 Apr 2016 70,415 miles

undertrays fitted preventing full inspection off some components

Pass 10 Apr 2015 67,221 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 10 Apr 2015 67,221 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Mar 2014 63,122 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 63,114 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 9 Apr 2013 55,722 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 45,355 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 34,884 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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AO08 NSF is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 47,416 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO08 NSF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO08 NSF registered?

AO08 NSF is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 April 2008.

Is AO08 NSF safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO08 NSF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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