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CU58 MVT

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

63,046 mi
Last recorded63,046 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU58 MVT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 63,046 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2024 59,884 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 57,954 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2022 56,863 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2021 56,082 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2021 56,079 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Oct 2020 54,963 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 53,962 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2019 53,958 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Oct 2018 53,167 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2018 53,079 miles

Central Front Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm rear bush deterirating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged cracking (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 51,004 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 51,003 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 47,544 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2015 44,015 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 39,584 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 36,520 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2013 29,708 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 23,591 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 2,362 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 21,225 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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CU58 MVT is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 CU58 MVT, 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

How do I check the history of CU58 MVT?

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What year was CU58 MVT registered?

CU58 MVT is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 October 2008.

Is CU58 MVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU58 MVT shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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