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DY58 BUU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Mar 2024
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,410 mi
Last recorded107,410 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 BUU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Mar 2023 107,410 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2022 102,450 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2022 102,414 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2021 99,321 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 85,185 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2018 73,805 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2012 24,905 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 18,250 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2011 18,250 miles

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

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

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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DY58 BUU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DY58 BUU, 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

How do I check the history of DY58 BUU?

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What year was DY58 BUU registered?

DY58 BUU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 2008.

Is DY58 BUU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 BUU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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