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EA08 GXD

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

147,127 mi
Last recorded147,127 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 GXD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 147,127 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Underbody Rust

Pass 6 Aug 2025 140,945 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2024 132,906 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Aug 2023 124,915 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2023 124,912 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 118,286 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 110,701 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 99,250 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 1 Sep 2020 99,250 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 82,667 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 74,039 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2017 68,758 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2017 68,758 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2016 61,521 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 55,131 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 49,562 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 Mar 2013 45,373 miles

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 32,978 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 25,571 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 25,571 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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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EA08 GXD is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 EA08 GXD, 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 EA08 GXD registered?

EA08 GXD is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 April 2008.

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