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DFZ 3397

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,516 mi
Last recorded81,516 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDFZ 3397
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 81,516 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2024 80,495 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 79,789 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 78,807 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2021 77,502 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2019 74,994 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 69,781 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 63,148 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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DFZ 3397 is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DFZ 3397, 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 DFZ 3397 registered?

DFZ 3397 is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 February 2008.

Is DFZ 3397 safe to buy?

The MOT history for DFZ 3397 shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DFZ 3397 have outstanding finance?

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