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FH08 HZX

2008 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

100,365 mi
Last recorded100,365 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 HZX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 100,365 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2025 99,036 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 97,626 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2023 96,404 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2022 95,339 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2021 94,533 miles

Nearside Front Brake slightly binding (tight)

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 90,474 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 81,948 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 74,975 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 71,147 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 64,176 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 53,529 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 42,817 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 42,817 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 34,397 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2011 23,985 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 HZX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Green 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 FH08 HZX, 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.

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What year was FH08 HZX registered?

FH08 HZX is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 August 2008.

Is FH08 HZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 HZX 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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