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AY08 XMH

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

67,978 mi
Last recorded67,978 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XMH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 67,978 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 63,226 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 59,018 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 54,003 miles

Both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil NS & OS (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Feb 2015 48,048 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 47,938 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Fail 5 Feb 2014 41,891 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Feb 2014 41,891 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2013 35,359 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 31 Jan 2013 35,359 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Feb 2012 30,457 miles

Sat nav mount removed from windscreen to prevent obstructing drivers view of the road

Pass 18 Feb 2011 21,971 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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AY08 XMH is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY08 XMH, 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 AY08 XMH registered?

AY08 XMH is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is AY08 XMH safe to buy?

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