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DA08 NCX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

56,076 mi
Last recorded56,076 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 NCX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2026 56,076 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2026 56,076 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 23 Jun 2025 54,342 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2024 53,194 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jul 2023 52,080 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2023 52,080 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 50,893 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Jul 2021 49,672 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 49,059 miles
Pass 2 May 2019 46,774 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 45,529 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 43,653 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 41,568 miles
Fail 4 May 2016 41,568 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2015 39,478 miles

rear silencer has small hole on top causing slight blow

Pass 7 May 2014 36,111 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 32,552 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 26,514 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2011 18,691 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Fail 25 Jul 2011 18,691 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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DA08 NCX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 DA08 NCX, 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 DA08 NCX registered?

DA08 NCX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 June 2008.

Is DA08 NCX safe to buy?

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