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FH08 URC

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Jul 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

36,503 mi
Last recorded36,503 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 URC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 15 Jul 2026 36,503 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2025 36,080 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2024 35,524 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 34,821 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2022 34,601 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2021 33,714 miles

front brake pads worn

Pass 9 Jun 2020 32,242 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2019 30,164 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 27,459 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 25,400 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 21,702 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2015 21,318 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 19,555 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 14,662 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 11,904 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 8,707 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 URC is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 URC, 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 URC registered?

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

Is FH08 URC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 URC shows 16 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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