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AY08 YKZ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

42,359 mi
Last recorded42,359 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 42,359 miles

Chip in windscreen not affecting drivers view.

Pass 11 Mar 2025 40,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 38,071 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2023 36,510 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 14 Mar 2022 34,487 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 31,531 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 30,507 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 28,811 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2018 27,660 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 26,360 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 25,209 miles

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

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

cut in offside rear tyre inner side wall not deep enough reach ply or cords

Fail 10 Mar 2016 25,201 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

cut in offside rear tyre inner side wall not deep enough reach ply or cords

Pass 12 Mar 2015 23,801 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 21,138 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2014 21,109 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 18,673 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 14,814 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 11,500 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 YKZ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 AY08 YKZ, 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 YKZ registered?

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

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The MOT history for AY08 YKZ 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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