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AC58 FTN

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

133,342 mi
Last recorded133,342 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC58 FTN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 133,342 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Under body corrosion

Fail 29 Jul 2025 133,331 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Both (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Under body corrosion

Pass 25 Jul 2024 125,871 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 122,483 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2023 122,483 miles

Emissions unable to be completed excess smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 118,656 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2022 118,656 miles

Emissions not tested low on oil (8.2.1.2 (d))

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 113,888 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2021 113,888 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too high both sides (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 109,723 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2020 109,723 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Aug 2019 103,948 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2019 103,948 miles

Fuel tank exhaust shield missing where fitted as original equipment creating a risk of fire (6.1.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 91,771 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 90,704 miles

Both front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 25 Jul 2016 84,172 miles

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 23 Jul 2015 79,695 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 21 Jul 2014 68,171 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 50,602 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 30,643 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear brake disc corroded and pitted

Pass 26 Jul 2011 17,337 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011 17,179 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

rear tyres worn on inner edges.

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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AC58 FTN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.5% with a typical mileage of 47,416 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AC58 FTN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AC58 FTN registered?

AC58 FTN is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 September 2008.

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