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FH08 HZJ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

60,443 mi
Last recorded60,443 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 HZJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 60,443 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 58,260 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2023 55,617 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2023 55,609 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 4 Nov 2022 53,247 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear facing bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 52,059 miles

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms rear facing bushes slight deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres have slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2020 50,658 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 48,121 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2018 45,717 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 43,732 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 43,724 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Nov 2016 41,516 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2016 41,507 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 38,039 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 36,170 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 31,885 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 27,290 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 22,826 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 14,685 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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FH08 HZJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc 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 FH08 HZJ, 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 FH08 HZJ registered?

FH08 HZJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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The MOT history for FH08 HZJ 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.

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