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EF08 EZG

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

38,564 mi
Last recorded38,564 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF08 EZG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 38,564 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2026 38,564 miles

Windscreen washer not working Both (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2025 37,688 miles

Offside Rear Nail in tyre

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

Pass 20 Aug 2024 36,754 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 35,607 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 34,499 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 33,605 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Undertrays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2020 33,019 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall damage not affecting it structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

undertrays fitted

Pass 16 Aug 2019 31,962 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 30,476 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 28,583 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 25,983 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,313 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2016 25,313 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 22,848 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 19,269 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 16,720 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 14,106 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 11,889 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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EF08 EZG is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 EF08 EZG, 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 EF08 EZG registered?

EF08 EZG is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is EF08 EZG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EF08 EZG shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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