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B23 RUV

2008 Mazda MX-5

White Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

86,200 mi
Last recorded86,200 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB23 RUV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2026 86,200 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frames, under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2026 86,198 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sub frames, under body and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2025 75,689 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 73,520 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2023 69,668 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 62,415 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 58,085 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 56,551 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 53,500 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2018 46,374 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 38,662 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 30,871 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 24,352 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 17,132 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2013 9,913 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 9,551 miles
Pass 7 May 2011 9,133 miles

nsf wiper worn

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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B23 RUV is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in White 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 B23 RUV, 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 B23 RUV registered?

B23 RUV is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 May 2008.

Is B23 RUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for B23 RUV 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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