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AV08 OUB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,006 mi
Last recorded68,006 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 OUB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 9 Aug 2025 68,006 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2024 63,862 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 60,256 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively & offside front (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 6 Aug 2022 57,568 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Aug 2021 53,522 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 51,122 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 47,389 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2018 43,592 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 39,567 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 34,038 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 29,134 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 24,074 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 19,687 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2012 15,574 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 9,710 miles

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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AV08 OUB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 AV08 OUB, 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

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What year was AV08 OUB registered?

AV08 OUB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is AV08 OUB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV08 OUB shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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