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AY08 XUE

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

121,851 mi
Last recorded121,851 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY08 XUE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2026 121,851 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under Body Corrosion

Pass 5 Mar 2025 115,256 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 115,256 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2024 112,836 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2023 108,783 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2022 105,725 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 101,374 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 99,018 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2019 93,796 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2018 87,894 miles

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

Fail 9 Mar 2018 87,893 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 83,147 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 75,691 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 68,146 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 59,608 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 49,286 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 37,279 miles

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

Fail 6 Mar 2012 37,271 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Mar 2011 26,731 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 XUE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AY08 XUE, 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 AY08 XUE registered?

AY08 XUE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is AY08 XUE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY08 XUE shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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