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DN08 LVR

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

39,990 mi
Last recorded39,990 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN08 LVR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 39,990 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2024 39,058 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2023 35,830 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2022 31,890 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 29,005 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 6 Apr 2021 29,005 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 25,729 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 21,833 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 21,639 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2017 21,517 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2016 21,160 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 20,699 miles

Corrosion starting to develop on metal ends of both front flexible brake hoses.

Pass 7 May 2014 20,136 miles

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 7 May 2014 20,136 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 26 Apr 2013 19,536 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Apr 2013 19,536 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 18,429 miles
Pass 10 May 2011 16,263 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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DN08 LVR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DN08 LVR, 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 DN08 LVR registered?

DN08 LVR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is DN08 LVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN08 LVR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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