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FB57 EGE

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

48,631 mi
Last recorded48,631 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 EGE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 48,631 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2026 48,613 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2025 46,476 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 45,939 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2023 44,683 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 43,854 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 41,069 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 39,958 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2020 39,958 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 22 Jan 2019 39,118 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 37,307 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2017 36,166 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2016 33,188 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 29,244 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2014 25,890 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 23,307 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 20,046 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 15,304 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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FB57 EGE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FB57 EGE, 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 FB57 EGE registered?

FB57 EGE is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 8 February 2008.

Is FB57 EGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB57 EGE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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