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E18 SKJ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,216 mi
Last recorded49,216 miles
Recorded on6 Feb 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE18 SKJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Feb 2026 49,216 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 46,917 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2024 43,378 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 40,185 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2022 36,750 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 32,757 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 29,856 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2019 27,957 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2019 27,957 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Feb 2018 26,336 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2017 24,014 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 20,846 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2016 20,843 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 19,177 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 15 Feb 2014 16,238 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 14,503 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jan 2012 11,463 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 7,955 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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E18 SKJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 E18 SKJ, 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 E18 SKJ registered?

E18 SKJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 February 2008.

Is E18 SKJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for E18 SKJ 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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