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DU08 OGX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

59,088 mi
Last recorded59,088 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU08 OGX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 59,088 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2025 54,908 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2025 54,904 miles

Nearside Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Jun 2024 50,421 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2023 46,060 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 45,021 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 44,248 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 42,207 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 40,280 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres starting to crack (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2018 38,744 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 35,860 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2017 35,860 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 18 Jul 2016 34,051 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 32,172 miles

Brake discs corroded.

Pass 21 Jul 2014 31,217 miles

Front brake discs corroded.

Pass 22 Jul 2013 29,664 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 28,513 miles

Light corrosion on brake discs.

Pass 19 Jul 2011 26,952 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 OGX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 OGX, 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 OGX registered?

DU08 OGX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 July 2008.

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The MOT history for DU08 OGX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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