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ET57 USF

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

90,314 mi
Last recorded90,314 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET57 USF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2026 90,314 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 88,800 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Fail 16 Jul 2025 88,796 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 7 Jun 2023 80,622 miles

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

Fail 7 Jun 2023 80,622 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 May 2022 66,093 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 59,650 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 59,250 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 15 Dec 2020 59,250 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Dec 2019 58,298 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2019 53,926 miles

Offside seat belt slow to retract

Fail 5 Mar 2019 53,926 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside seat belt slow to retract

Pass 7 Mar 2018 49,811 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 44,941 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 40,641 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 34,937 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 28,416 miles

both wiper blades split but still clearing screen

Pass 28 Feb 2013 22,429 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 22,429 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2012 16,389 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 16,389 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 12,130 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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ET57 USF is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ET57 USF, 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 ET57 USF registered?

ET57 USF is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 February 2008.

Is ET57 USF safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET57 USF shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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