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GV08 NZB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,322 mi
Last recorded98,322 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV08 NZB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2025 98,322 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 12 Dec 2025 98,322 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 2 Dec 2024 91,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Fail 2 Dec 2024 91,130 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly corroded and pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 1 Dec 2023 86,905 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge very slightly worn (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 28 Nov 2022 82,207 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both nearside and offside slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both nearside and offside lower arm rear bushes very slightly deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 30 Nov 2021 80,169 miles

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

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 7 Dec 2020 75,700 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 71,895 miles

Central Inner Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Dec 2018 67,571 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 62,005 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 56,755 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 50,342 miles

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

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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 43,159 miles

Both front wipers split

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 38,123 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jan 2013 32,918 miles

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

coolent level low

Pass 27 Jan 2012 27,658 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,238 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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GV08 NZB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 GV08 NZB, 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 GV08 NZB registered?

GV08 NZB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is GV08 NZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 NZB shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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