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MX53 MCH

2008 Mazda MX-5 Sport

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Dec 2026
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

90,548 mi
Last recorded90,548 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX53 MCH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5 Sport
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc
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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 90,548 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2025 90,366 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2024 87,611 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2024 87,436 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2023 84,548 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2022
Fail 6 Nov 2022 80,920 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2021 76,600 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 70,843 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 70,746 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2018 65,490 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 59,973 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5 Sport?

Based on 1,075 MOT tests across 177 vehicles.

84.4%
Pass Rate
1,809
Miles/Year
177
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 3
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 3
Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2
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MX53 MCH is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 Sport in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 Sport fails its MOT is brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick, accounting for 3 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MX53 MCH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MX53 MCH?

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What year was MX53 MCH registered?

MX53 MCH is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 Sport, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is MX53 MCH safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX53 MCH shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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