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HD08 NMX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

83,650 mi
Last recorded83,650 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD08 NMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 83,650 miles

Rear Under vehicle corrosion

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 80,633 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2024 80,631 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2023 77,036 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2022 75,222 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 74,128 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 73,263 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 72,075 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2018 69,242 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2018 69,242 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel free slide (1.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 65,630 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 63,062 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2015 49,973 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2014 40,964 miles

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

Pass 19 Aug 2013 29,738 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 17,761 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 6,754 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2011 6,754 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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HD08 NMX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 HD08 NMX, 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 HD08 NMX registered?

HD08 NMX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 August 2008.

Is HD08 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD08 NMX 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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