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GV08 XEC

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Oct 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

32,726 mi
Last recorded32,726 miles
Recorded on16 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Sep 2025 32,726 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 31,523 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 30,371 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2022 29,562 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 28,718 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 28,710 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewalls showing signs of perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Oct 2020 27,606 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 26,784 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 23,724 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 20,247 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 16,104 miles
Fail 20 May 2016 16,104 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 May 2015 14,645 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 10,685 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 8,354 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 8,354 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 May 2012 6,994 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 5,429 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 XEC 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 83.3%.

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 XEC, 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 GV08 XEC registered?

GV08 XEC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is GV08 XEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV08 XEC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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