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EX08 PNJ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

60,302 mi
Last recorded60,302 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX08 PNJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 60,302 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 2 Oct 2024 58,769 miles

underside heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Sep 2023 57,612 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2022 56,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 54,070 miles

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

upper and lower guards fitted

Pass 23 Sep 2020 50,886 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2019 50,228 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 50,228 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2018 48,562 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 47,257 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 45,463 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush Link arm (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 41,116 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Apr 2014 34,077 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 24,521 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2012 14,587 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 5,409 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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EX08 PNJ 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 93.8%.

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 EX08 PNJ, 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 EX08 PNJ registered?

EX08 PNJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 2008.

Is EX08 PNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX08 PNJ shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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