2008 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · KO08 MSY
2008 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 19 Jul 2008. Recorded mileage 88,235 miles. MOT expired on 11 Sept 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 11 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 88,235 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KO08 MSY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 10/09/2025
- 88,235 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KO08 MSY 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 (KO08 MSY) between September 2023 and September 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 10 September 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
KO08 MSY Mileage History
- 11/09/202379,803 mi
- 12/09/202485,927 mi+6,124 mi
- 13/09/202485,927 mi
- 09/09/202588,230 mi+2,303 mi
- 10/09/202588,235 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,219 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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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