CarVerify

Free Car Check

EX58 FFC

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

18,915 mi
Last recorded18,915 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX58 FFC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 18,915 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 18,915 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2025 18,802 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 18,738 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 18,654 miles

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

Pass 11 May 2022 18,547 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 18,357 miles

Nearside Rear shocker dust cover perished

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

Offside Rear shocker dust cover perished

Pass 26 May 2020 18,179 miles

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover perished

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

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 26 May 2020 18,179 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear shock absorber dust cover perished

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear shock absorber dust cover perished

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 23 May 2019 18,024 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 17,817 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear parking brake efficency below minimum only passed on locking

Pass 26 May 2017 17,659 miles
Pass 19 May 2016 17,418 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 17,059 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 16,713 miles
Fail 20 May 2013 16,250 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 May 2013 16,250 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 15,464 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 14,766 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

EX58 FFC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 EX58 FFC, 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 EX58 FFC?

You can check the full history of EX58 FFC by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was EX58 FFC registered?

EX58 FFC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2008.

Is EX58 FFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX58 FFC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX58 FFC have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on EX58 FFC. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.