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DY58 DRX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

7,723 mi
Last recorded7,723 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY58 DRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 7,723 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 7,687 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 7,616 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2022 7,212 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 7,120 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 7,038 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 6,960 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 6,793 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 6,416 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 6,115 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2015 5,331 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 4,673 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 4,179 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2012 3,362 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 20 Aug 2012 3,362 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 2,537 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 2,537 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 DRX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 DY58 DRX, 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 DY58 DRX registered?

DY58 DRX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is DY58 DRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY58 DRX shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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