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CP08 TOJ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jul 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

46,590 mi
Last recorded46,590 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP08 TOJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2026 46,590 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 45,628 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2024 44,402 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2024 44,401 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 42,922 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2022 41,641 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both rear wheel arches (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 40,598 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 39,962 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 39,014 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2018 37,570 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 May 2017 36,466 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 34,187 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 30,826 miles

play in n/s/f anti roll bar link

Fail 29 Jun 2015 30,826 miles

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

play in n/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 23 Jun 2014 27,839 miles

slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar link

Fail 23 Jun 2014 27,839 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

slight play in o/s/f anti roll bar link

Pass 19 Jun 2013 24,131 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s wiper blade starting to split

Fail 19 Jun 2013 24,131 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s wiper blade starting to split

Pass 28 Jun 2012 20,319 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 20,319 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 16,930 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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CP08 TOJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CP08 TOJ, 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.

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What year was CP08 TOJ registered?

CP08 TOJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is CP08 TOJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP08 TOJ shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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