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DU08 GXY

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

80,399 mi
Last recorded80,399 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 GXY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 80,399 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 66,785 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2024 65,627 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2023 64,800 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jan 2022 64,191 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 62,269 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 4 Jan 2021 62,251 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 61,669 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 58,456 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 53,015 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 48,101 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 43,267 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2015 39,651 miles

Front pads low

Pass 17 Jan 2014 34,660 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 28,346 miles

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

Pass 16 Jan 2012 23,081 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 16,790 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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DU08 GXY is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 DU08 GXY, 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 DU08 GXY registered?

DU08 GXY is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 March 2008.

Is DU08 GXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU08 GXY shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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