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DG08 EWX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2025
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,063 mi
Last recorded91,063 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 EWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2024 91,063 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 6 Sep 2024 91,063 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 17 Aug 2024 91,048 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 88,072 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 83,361 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear suspension components corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

sill covers + undertrays fitted

Fail 12 Oct 2022 83,361 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear suspension components corroded

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

sill covers + undertrays fitted

Pass 24 Sep 2021 81,175 miles

Rear suspension components corrosion

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

undertrays + sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2020 78,334 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2019 74,807 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2019 74,807 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Nov 2018 68,644 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2018 68,608 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Dec 2017 63,400 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 19 Dec 2016 56,581 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 49,614 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 42,409 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2013 36,516 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 34,619 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 33,393 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 33,393 miles

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

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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DG08 EWX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 DG08 EWX, 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 DG08 EWX registered?

DG08 EWX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2008.

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