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D18 ACB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Oct 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

57,852 mi
Last recorded57,852 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD18 ACB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 57,852 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 50,501 miles

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Oct 2023 45,817 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 41,474 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2021 40,469 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2020 40,015 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2019 38,197 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and weak (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2019 38,187 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated and weak (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 34,324 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 28,357 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2016 25,150 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2016 25,150 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 21 Jan 2016 21,660 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 21,613 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 21,140 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 19,618 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 18,325 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 17,348 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 14,035 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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D18 ACB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 D18 ACB, 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

How do I check the history of D18 ACB?

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What year was D18 ACB registered?

D18 ACB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 October 2008.

Is D18 ACB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D18 ACB shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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