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FG58 KZO

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

73,079 mi
Last recorded73,079 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 KZO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2025 73,079 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2024 69,896 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 66,168 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2022 63,351 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2021 59,944 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 16 Sep 2021 59,944 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2020 55,908 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement suspension arm rear bush bonding starting to lift (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted obscuring prescribed areas

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres perishing within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 52,957 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Outer sill covers fitted obscuring prescribed areas

Pass 20 Sep 2018 46,170 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 39,457 miles

All four tyres inner sidewall are cracking ply/cords not showing at time of test.

Pass 23 Sep 2016 32,806 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 25,434 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 19,795 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 16,379 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 12,792 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 10,003 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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FG58 KZO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FG58 KZO, 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 FG58 KZO registered?

FG58 KZO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FG58 KZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG58 KZO shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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