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MAZDA MX-52008 · 2.0L Petrol

LM08 AED

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Free vehicle summary for LM08 AED: 2008 MAZDA MX-5 (Blue, Petrol). Mileage: 149,434. MOT: valid. Tax: untaxed.

MOT
Valid
Expires 08/04/2027
Tax
No data
Fuel
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1999cc
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 30 March 2026 at 149,434 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern over the last three years where the vehicle has passed its inspections without any recorded advisories or mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for an 18 year old car, averaging roughly 8,302 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, increasing from 135,529 miles in April 2024 to 142,633 miles in March 2025, and finally reaching 149,434 miles by March 2026. This consistent annual accumulation of approximately 6,800 to 7,000 miles suggests the car is in regular use rather than sitting idle, which generally helps preserve rubber seals and prevents battery degradation. The absence of any recorded defects or advisories across the last three tests is unusual for a Mazda MX-5 of this age and mileage. While the DVSA record is clean, a buyer should still conduct a physical inspection for structural corrosion, specifically around the sills and wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this model that may not always be captured if the car has been undersealed. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs during a test drive. Given the 149,434 mile odometer reading, these components are likely nearing the end of their natural service life regardless of the clean MOT history. Inspect the brake discs for lip wear and the tyres for uneven tread patterns to ensure the alignment remains correct.

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70
/ 100 · Average

Public record health check: Average.

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✓ Valid MOT
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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Full MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: Apr 15, 2026, 04:56 PM
Expert AI · Mechanic's Insight
This vehicle is currently roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT on 30 March 2026 at 149,434 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. This follows a consistent pattern over the last three years where the vehicle has passed its inspections without any recorded advisories or mechanical failures. The mileage is typical for an 18 year old car, averaging roughly 8,302 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, increasing from 135,529 miles in April 2024 to 142,633 miles in March 2025, and finally reaching 149,434 miles by March 2026. This consistent annual accumulation of approximately 6,800 to 7,000 miles suggests the car is in regular use rather than sitting idle, which generally helps preserve rubber seals and prevents battery degradation. The absence of any recorded defects or advisories across the last three tests is unusual for a Mazda MX-5 of this age and mileage. While the DVSA record is clean, a buyer should still conduct a physical inspection for structural corrosion, specifically around the sills and wheel arches, as these are common failure points for this model that may not always be captured if the car has been undersealed. Check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs during a test drive. Given the 149,434 mile odometer reading, these components are likely nearing the end of their natural service life regardless of the clean MOT history. Inspect the brake discs for lip wear and the tyres for uneven tread patterns to ensure the alignment remains correct.

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AI Analysis · MOT Narrative

Registered in 2008, this Mazda Mx-5 with plate LM08 AED has undergone 5 MOT inspections since April 2024.

Across its entire MOT history, this Mazda has a 60% success rate (3 passes and 2 fails). This is an average MOT record. Some attention to recurring issues may be beneficial.

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