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BE57 MAT

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,154 mi
Last recorded78,154 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE57 MAT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 78,154 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2022 71,131 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2021 64,464 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 64,418 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2020 61,742 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2019 59,415 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 56,361 miles

front wipers slightly smear

rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2015 52,469 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 49,760 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2013 46,967 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2012 43,602 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 40,091 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 35,599 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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BE57 MAT is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BE57 MAT, 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 BE57 MAT registered?

BE57 MAT is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 June 2008.

Is BE57 MAT safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE57 MAT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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