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DL57 HGA

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

31,927 mi
Last recorded31,927 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL57 HGA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 31,927 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2025 31,647 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 31,569 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 31,413 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2021 31,213 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 31,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 30,861 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 29,822 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 29,371 miles
Fail 12 May 2017 29,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2016 29,197 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 27,386 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 26,392 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 22,882 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 19,589 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 16,453 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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DL57 HGA is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 DL57 HGA, 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 DL57 HGA registered?

DL57 HGA is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is DL57 HGA safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL57 HGA shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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