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C18 DGW

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

125,794 mi
Last recorded125,794 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC18 DGW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 125,794 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 123,268 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 118,668 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 116,702 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 113,632 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 110,016 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 107,341 miles

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Fail 13 May 2017 107,339 miles

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Underside of vehicle has surface corrosion

Pass 14 May 2016 97,756 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 96,240 miles
Pass 24 May 2014 92,456 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 90,689 miles

both rear tyres worn close to legal limit, worn on edges and perishing

rear brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 10 May 2012 87,684 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 83,900 miles

both front tyres worn on egdes

Pass 21 May 2010 78,096 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 69,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 May 2008 41,417 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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C18 DGW is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc 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 C18 DGW, 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 C18 DGW registered?

C18 DGW is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 June 2008.

Is C18 DGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for C18 DGW 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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