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W751 ETW

2008 Mazda MX5

Green Petrol 1883cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

119,874 mi
Last recorded119,874 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX560,866 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW751 ETW
MakeMazda
ModelMX5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,883cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 119,874 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 119,653 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2023 119,570 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 119,296 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 118,396 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 118,391 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Sep 2020 118,206 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2019 117,562 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 116,684 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2018 116,684 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Sep 2017 114,350 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2016 112,395 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2015 110,258 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2014 109,002 miles

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Aug 2014 109,002 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 105,649 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2013 105,647 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 99,254 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 99,244 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 1 Aug 2011 89,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2011 89,121 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 86,296 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 77,914 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2009 77,914 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 29 Jul 2008 68,802 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX5?

Based on 3,499 MOT tests across 291 vehicles.

75.6%
Pass Rate
2,660
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
291
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 64
fog lamp not working 61
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 61
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 49
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W751 ETW is a 2008 Mazda MX5 in Green with a 1,883cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MX5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.6% with a typical mileage of 60,866 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda MX5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 64 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W751 ETW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W751 ETW registered?

W751 ETW is a 2008 Mazda MX5, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is W751 ETW safe to buy?

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