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CN03 COZ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Feb 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

84,842 mi
Last recorded84,842 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCN03 COZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2026 84,842 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Seatbelts slow to retract

Underbody & suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Feb 2025 75,708 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter ? dampness on chassis (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both seatbelts slow to retract

Pass 2 Feb 2024 70,071 miles

both rear tires starting to crack

rusting to both subframes and rear suspension components

Pass 3 Feb 2023 69,145 miles

both rear tires starting to crack

general underbody corrosion,subframes and suspension components

Pass 13 Jan 2022 65,713 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2021 65,140 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2019 62,191 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 55,352 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 55,352 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint Drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2017 49,319 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 43,237 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 37,238 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2014 29,513 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 22,460 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 13,675 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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CN03 COZ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 CN03 COZ, 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 CN03 COZ registered?

CN03 COZ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 September 2008.

Is CN03 COZ safe to buy?

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