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BW57 AXX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,398 mi
Last recorded25,398 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW57 AXX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 25,398 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2024 21,864 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2023 18,260 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2023 18,260 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords splitting (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Oct 2022 15,107 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2021 13,787 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 12,546 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 12,278 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 11,768 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2017 10,931 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 10,224 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 9,290 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2014 7,677 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 6,080 miles

front wipers split on edges

Pass 22 Jun 2012 3,300 miles

Nearside Rear Radius arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Torque/reaction arm damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2011 2,191 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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BW57 AXX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BW57 AXX, 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 BW57 AXX registered?

BW57 AXX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 January 2008.

Is BW57 AXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW57 AXX shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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