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GD08 KVE

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

31,262 mi
Last recorded31,262 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 KVE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 31,262 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 30,986 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Apr 2018 30,731 miles

corrosion to sub frames/suspension mounts/components

Pass 21 Apr 2017 29,301 miles

subframes corroded

Pass 11 Apr 2016 28,132 miles

subframe corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2015 27,752 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 26,286 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Mar 2013 24,589 miles

Both front tyres slightly damaged on outer walls

Fail 22 Mar 2013 24,589 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Both front tyres slightly damaged on outer walls

Pass 27 Mar 2012 22,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 20,393 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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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GD08 KVE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GD08 KVE, 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 GD08 KVE registered?

GD08 KVE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 July 2008.

Is GD08 KVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD08 KVE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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