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DY08 KNU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

108,285 mi
Last recorded108,285 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY08 KNU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 108,285 miles

Front Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security behind bumper near to shock absorber (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2026 108,261 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Floor/jacking point/inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General corrosion underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear bake pads are crumbling

Pass 7 Feb 2025 101,445 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Feb 2025 101,441 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure perished cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2024 95,414 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

slight surface corrosion to front axle

slight surface corrosion to rear axle

Pass 31 Jan 2023 89,017 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2022 84,339 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2021 84,335 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2020 82,570 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2020 80,313 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 74,051 miles

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 17 Jun 2019 74,051 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 205/50-16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2018 66,290 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 58,507 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 58,506 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 26 Jul 2016 55,383 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 50,779 miles
Fail 11 May 2015 50,779 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 May 2014 46,265 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 42,365 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2012 35,322 miles

Advise unable to fully inspect all four inner wheel arches due to trims fitted.

Oil leak from propshaft to back axle seal.

advise uneven wear on offside plus nearside front tyres.

Fail 10 Mar 2011 26,138 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2011 26,138 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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DY08 KNU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DY08 KNU, 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 DY08 KNU registered?

DY08 KNU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 March 2008.

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