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DB55 RAM

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Oct 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

61,281 mi
Last recorded61,281 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDB55 RAM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2025 61,281 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Sep 2025 61,280 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill prior to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill prior to wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and arms corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 54,702 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to rear subframe (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 48,036 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 41,724 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 37,263 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2021 37,261 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outside tyre wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Sep 2020 34,395 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2019 30,710 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 28,769 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 27,771 miles

Offside Front drop link weakened

Fail 31 Aug 2017 27,771 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front drop link weakened

Pass 19 Aug 2016 24,487 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 22,544 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 19,948 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Sep 2013 16,175 miles

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

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

Fail 9 Sep 2013 16,175 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2012 13,045 miles

n/s/f o/s/f brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 29 Aug 2012 13,045 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

n/s/f o/s/f brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 8 Sep 2011 11,146 miles

front discs slightly pitted

Fail 31 Aug 2011 11,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

front discs slightly pitted

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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DB55 RAM is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 DB55 RAM, 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 DB55 RAM registered?

DB55 RAM is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is DB55 RAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for DB55 RAM shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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