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DR08 RED

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Dec 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

25,289 mi
Last recorded25,289 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDR08 RED
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2025 25,289 miles

undercoversfitted

Pass 6 Dec 2024 24,668 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2023 24,210 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 15 Dec 2022 23,529 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 23 Dec 2021 22,904 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 2 Dec 2020 22,255 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 18 Jun 2019 19,878 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 14 Jun 2018 18,988 miles

under covers fitted

Pass 31 May 2017 18,213 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jun 2016 17,408 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 19 Jun 2015 16,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2014 14,627 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 12,908 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cut in n/s/r tyre outer side wall

cut in o/s/f tyre outer side wall

deep cut in n/s/f tyre (glass in it)

Fail 26 Jun 2013 12,734 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

cut in n/s/r tyre outer side wall

cut in o/s/f tyre outer side wall

deep cut in n/s/f tyre (glass in it)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 10,275 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 9,104 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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DR08 RED is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc 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 DR08 RED, 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 DR08 RED registered?

DR08 RED is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is DR08 RED safe to buy?

The MOT history for DR08 RED 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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