2008 MAZDA — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check
Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.
Vehicle details
- Make & model
- MAZDA
- Year
- 2008
- Fuel
- PETROL
- Colour
- BLACK
- Engine
- 1349 cc
- Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Untaxed
- MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
- Not valid
- MOT due
- was due 17 November 2021
- Last recorded mileage
- 27,343 mi
AI verdict CAUTION 74/100
AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.
This 2008 Mazda has 12 MOT tests on record with a 83% pass rate and 27,343 miles. While mileage is consistent, the vehicle's age and past issues warrant a thorough inspection.
The vehicle shows consistent, normal usage with 27,343 miles over 18 years, averaging 7,547 miles per year, which is below the UK average of 8,000.
Things to check
- Major failure for Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (May 2019).
- Major failure for Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (May 2019).
- Recurring advisories for brakes (4 times), lights (3 times), and tyres (2 times) across multiple tests.
- The vehicle is currently untaxed and has a 'Not valid' MOT status, requiring immediate re-registration and inspection.
Working in its favour
- Consistent, normal mileage trajectory averaging 7,547 miles/year, well below UK average.
- No evidence of odometer fraud or suspicious mileage readings.
- All major failures were addressed and passed subsequent MOT tests, indicating responsive ownership.
- Euro NCAP safety rating of 5/5 stars (2025) indicates a strong safety record for its model.
Mileage history
MOT test history — 10/12 passed
| Date | Result | Mileage | Defects & advisories |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2011 | PASS | 27,343 mi | None recorded |
| May 2012 | PASS | 30,663 mi | None recorded |
| May 2013 | PASS | 34,262 mi | None recorded |
| May 2014 | PASS | 40,428 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
|
| May 2015 | PASS | 49,664 mi | None recorded |
| May 2016 | PASS | 59,577 mi | None recorded |
| May 2017 | PASS | 69,262 mi | None recorded |
| May 2018 | PASS | 78,310 mi |
ADVISORY slight play in steering tie rods
|
| May 2019 | FAIL | 87,645 mi |
MAJOR Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii)) ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
|
| May 2019 | PASS | 87,717 mi |
ADVISORY Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking/perishing in between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
|
| Nov 2020 | FAIL | 97,168 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b)) ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) MAJOR Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
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| Nov 2020 | PASS | 97,168 mi |
ADVISORY Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i)) ADVISORY Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b)) ADVISORY Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
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About this page
This page shows public vehicle data for registration BL08 FEX, sourced from official DVLA and DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026. It contains no information about the vehicle's owner or keeper. The AI verdict is generated from the MOT record and known model issues; it is guidance, not a professional inspection. If you are connected to this vehicle and want this page removed, use remove my vehicle — removal is immediate.