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B19 LJB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

64,318 mi
Last recorded64,318 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB19 LJB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 64,318 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 63,406 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 62,933 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 62,105 miles
Fail 30 May 2023 62,105 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2022 61,448 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 60,575 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 58,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 May 2019 53,468 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 49,318 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 46,092 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 41,070 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 37,913 miles
Pass 12 May 2014 33,017 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 26,940 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 21,405 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 18,649 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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B19 LJB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 B19 LJB, 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 B19 LJB registered?

B19 LJB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 2008.

Is B19 LJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B19 LJB shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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