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D6 JEP

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

73,966 mi
Last recorded73,966 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD6 JEP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2025 73,966 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2024 71,867 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2024 71,867 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2023 68,724 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 64,904 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 61,384 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 58,699 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2019 55,527 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2018 52,094 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 48,971 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2017 48,971 miles

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2016 45,733 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 43,031 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 39,629 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 36,818 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 31,494 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2011 20,852 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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D6 JEP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 D6 JEP, 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 D6 JEP registered?

D6 JEP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is D6 JEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for D6 JEP 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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