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BD08 SFN

2008 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

49,690 mi
Last recorded49,690 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 SFN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 49,690 miles

Rear axle corroded

Fail 28 Apr 2026 49,690 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both side (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear axle corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2025 46,523 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Axle Corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 38,968 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2023 35,849 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 35,083 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 33,894 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 33,121 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 31,611 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2018 29,077 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 26,448 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 23,828 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 21,322 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 18,944 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 16,826 miles

Both front and rear nearside tyres have damaged walls but cords are not exposed.

Fail 29 Jun 2012 15,236 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 15,236 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2011 12,278 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2011 12,278 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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BD08 SFN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc 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 BD08 SFN, 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 BD08 SFN registered?

BD08 SFN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is BD08 SFN safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 SFN 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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