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DE08 UBK

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

61,423 mi
Last recorded61,423 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 UBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2026 61,423 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 60,067 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jul 2024 58,550 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 58,546 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 56,055 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 52,338 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2021 48,988 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 47,136 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 44,592 miles
Pass 11 May 2018 41,960 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 39,828 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2016 36,013 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 32,216 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 May 2014 27,158 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 22,909 miles

Lower engine covers fitted

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 9 May 2013 22,909 miles

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

Lower engine covers fitted

Offside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Fail 4 May 2012 18,260 miles

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

lower covers

Pass 4 May 2012 18,260 miles

lower covers

Pass 19 May 2011 13,005 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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DE08 UBK is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DE08 UBK, 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 DE08 UBK registered?

DE08 UBK is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is DE08 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for DE08 UBK shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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