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DV08 CFG

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

28,359 mi
Last recorded28,359 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 CFG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 28,359 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2025 27,600 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2024 27,056 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2023 26,291 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2022 25,530 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 24,687 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 23,825 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2019 21,664 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2018 19,620 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2017 17,947 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2016 16,144 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2015 14,657 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2015 14,657 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2014 13,320 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 11,858 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2012 10,214 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Mar 2012 10,214 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 14 Mar 2011 7,888 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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DV08 CFG is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,999cc 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 DV08 CFG, 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 DV08 CFG registered?

DV08 CFG is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is DV08 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV08 CFG 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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