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FL58 GRU

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

98,439 mi
Last recorded98,439 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 GRU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2026 98,439 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2025 92,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 5 Apr 2024 86,717 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2023 80,833 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 78,707 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2021 78,122 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 77,164 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 75,266 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2018 71,774 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 67,667 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 62,841 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 59,817 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 54,627 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2013 47,804 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 40,589 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 31,397 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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FL58 GRU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 FL58 GRU, 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

How do I check the history of FL58 GRU?

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What year was FL58 GRU registered?

FL58 GRU is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is FL58 GRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 GRU 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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