2008 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · Y5 GWJ
2008 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 06 Aug 2008. Recorded mileage 41,833 miles. MOT valid until 08 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Leeds
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 41,833 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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Y5 GWJ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/03/2026
- 41,833 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
Y5 GWJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda Mx-5 (Y5 GWJ) between May 2023 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Y5 GWJ Mileage History
- 05/05/202340,145 mi
- 07/04/202540,361 mi+216 mi
- 09/04/202540,361 mi
- 25/03/202641,833 mi+1,472 mi
Average of roughly 584 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NC)
Our database tracks 4 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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MAZDA MX-5 Model Intelligence & Reliability
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- Rear Sill and Arch CorrosionSerious
Road salt and trapped moisture cause the metal to rot from the inside out.
- Ignition Coil and Spark Plug MisfireModerate
The NC MX-5 is prone to misfires caused by deterioration of the thin wiring to the ignition coils, which leads to coil failure. Symptoms include rough idle, hesitation under acceleration and the engine management light. The fix is typically new coils and plugs.
- Soft-Top Window Hazing and Water IngressModerate
The plastic rear window on the soft-top can haze or craze with age, reducing rear visibility. More seriously, the roof seals and rain rails can fail, letting water into the cabin and accelerating sill corrosion from the inside.
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