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DF08 CKN

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

66,817 mi
Last recorded66,817 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF08 CKN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 66,817 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2025 64,670 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 63,283 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 61,922 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2023 61,916 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2022 60,669 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 59,272 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2021 59,270 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Jul 2020 56,573 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 54,686 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 52,188 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 49,616 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2016 46,647 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 43,882 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 42,568 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 42,523 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 20 Jul 2013 39,662 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2012 32,879 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 25,080 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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DF08 CKN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc 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 DF08 CKN, 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 DF08 CKN registered?

DF08 CKN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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