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AU07 JAN

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

57,152 mi
Last recorded57,152 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU07 JAN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2023 57,152 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 31 Oct 2023 57,152 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 56,320 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2021 54,353 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2020 52,120 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 50,590 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 48,338 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 46,900 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 46,076 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2015 45,456 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 43,549 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 43,549 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 37,859 miles

front brake discs are worn and corroded

slight wear in rear suspension anti roll bar D bushes

wear in n/s front and both rear drop links

Pass 10 Sep 2012 34,556 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2011 31,569 miles

All four brake discs are starting to corrode

Fail 12 Sep 2011 31,569 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

All four brake discs are starting to corrode

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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AU07 JAN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AU07 JAN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AU07 JAN?

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What year was AU07 JAN registered?

AU07 JAN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is AU07 JAN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU07 JAN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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