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EK08 YRR

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,422 mi
Last recorded61,422 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 YRR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 22 Jul 2026 61,422 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2025 54,789 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 49,854 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2023 47,094 miles
Pass 13 May 2022 46,202 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 43,925 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Apr 2020 41,206 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 35,810 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2017 32,980 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 29,884 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 26,118 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2014 21,739 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 13,173 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 11,972 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 10,278 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 8,505 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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EK08 YRR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 EK08 YRR, 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 EK08 YRR registered?

EK08 YRR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 YRR safe to buy?

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