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EMZ 313

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

36,196 mi
Last recorded36,196 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEMZ 313
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 36,196 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 26,890 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 26,890 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2020 26,746 miles

corrosion starting on underside

Pass 30 May 2019 26,590 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 30 May 2018 26,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2016 25,483 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 24,138 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 22,045 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 20,565 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 15,238 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 8,789 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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EMZ 313 is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 EMZ 313, 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 EMZ 313 registered?

EMZ 313 is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 June 2008.

Is EMZ 313 safe to buy?

The MOT history for EMZ 313 shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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