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CP54 MXS

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

61,052 mi
Last recorded61,052 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP54 MXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 61,052 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 59,577 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2023 57,812 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2022 56,264 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 54,268 miles

Underside of vehicle is excessively undersealed

Pass 12 Oct 2020 52,205 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 50,562 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 47,730 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 45,540 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Oct 2016 42,619 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 40,352 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 37,863 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 31,255 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 31,252 miles

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

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

all four tyres wearing outer edges

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 17 Jun 2013 28,034 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Jun 2012 22,585 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 22,585 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 23 May 2011 16,957 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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CP54 MXS is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CP54 MXS, 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 CP54 MXS registered?

CP54 MXS is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is CP54 MXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP54 MXS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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