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DX08 YBU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

67,049 mi
Last recorded67,049 miles
Recorded on17 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX08 YBU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2021 67,049 miles

Headlight lenses slights deteriorated/opaque.

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 May 2020 65,603 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 May 2019 62,926 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Mar 2018 60,653 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 16 Mar 2018 60,653 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Pass 3 Mar 2017 57,318 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 55,594 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 47,457 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 40,040 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Nov 2012 30,607 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Nov 2011 22,344 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2011 22,344 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 19,338 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front brake discs showing signs of wear

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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DX08 YBU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 DX08 YBU, 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 DX08 YBU registered?

DX08 YBU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is DX08 YBU safe to buy?

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