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DF57 EKE

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

92,646 mi
Last recorded92,646 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF57 EKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2023 92,646 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2022 87,791 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2021 80,626 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2021 80,626 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Jan 2020 73,593 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 65,513 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 56,092 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 46,337 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 38,353 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2016 38,353 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 34,153 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 30,717 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 26,702 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 21,606 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 17,675 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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DF57 EKE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DF57 EKE, 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 DF57 EKE registered?

DF57 EKE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 February 2008.

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The MOT history for DF57 EKE shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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