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CA08 DYP

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

74,222 mi
Last recorded74,222 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 DYP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 74,222 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 72,387 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 71,067 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner disc's (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2022 68,893 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front inner side. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2021 63,932 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 61,516 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 60,986 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 60,242 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 59,750 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 58,030 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 58,030 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 55,108 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 51,941 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 48,219 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 48,160 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

o/s/f wheel bearing not checked

Pass 9 May 2012 45,588 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 31,137 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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CA08 DYP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 CA08 DYP, 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 CA08 DYP registered?

CA08 DYP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 May 2008.

Is CA08 DYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA08 DYP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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