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C13 RGB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,017 mi
Last recorded53,017 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC13 RGB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2024 53,017 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2023 51,596 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 50,745 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2021 49,647 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2021 49,636 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Jan 2020 48,152 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 47,299 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2019 47,299 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Jun 2018 44,239 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 39,603 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2016 35,894 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2015 31,010 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2014 26,353 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2013 21,572 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 16,412 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 3,760 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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C13 RGB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 C13 RGB, 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 C13 RGB registered?

C13 RGB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 June 2008.

Is C13 RGB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C13 RGB shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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