2008 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · FP08 TLX
2008 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Apr 2008. Recorded mileage 34,875 miles. MOT valid until 12 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 34,875 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FP08 TLX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 34,875 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FP08 TLX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda Mx-5 (FP08 TLX) between April 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 28 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”.
FP08 TLX Mileage History
- 20/04/202331,254 mi
- 17/04/202432,014 mi+760 mi
- 16/04/202533,835 mi+1,821 mi
- 24/04/202533,851 mi+16 mi
- 28/04/202634,875 mi+1,024 mi
Average of roughly 1,198 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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