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CX57 EXB

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

69,464 mi
Last recorded69,464 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX57 EXB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 69,464 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2025 64,197 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both sides corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All arms both sides heavy surface corrosion. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Apr 2024 59,721 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2023 55,492 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 51,356 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 46,563 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 41,522 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 37,060 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 34,363 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Rear Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 24,886 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2016 24,156 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

perrished

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively binding slightly (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 22,860 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2014 21,116 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 19,531 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

o/s wiper split

Pass 1 Sep 2012 15,890 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 12,451 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2011 12,451 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2010 11,023 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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CX57 EXB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 CX57 EXB, 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 CX57 EXB registered?

CX57 EXB is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is CX57 EXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX57 EXB shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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