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AU58 TYC

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Oct 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

76,727 mi
Last recorded76,727 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 TYC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 76,727 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2024 74,126 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 71,879 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Oct 2023 71,863 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre rear (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2022 66,957 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 64,484 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 60,330 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 56,203 miles

Nearside Front slight binding

Pass 5 Oct 2018 49,948 miles

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge has cracking to tread areas (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 47,170 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2017 47,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 23 Jun 2017 46,027 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 41,992 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 37,355 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 32,116 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 26,445 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,629 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2011 16,556 miles

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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AU58 TYC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AU58 TYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU58 TYC registered?

AU58 TYC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 September 2008.

Is AU58 TYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 TYC shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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