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FL58 ZGP

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Jul 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

75,214 mi
Last recorded75,214 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 ZGP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2026 75,214 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2025 73,473 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jun 2024 71,508 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2023 68,109 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2022 66,566 miles

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

Fail 25 Jun 2022 66,566 miles

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

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2021 64,398 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 63,973 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2020 63,969 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 62,226 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 58,758 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 55,386 miles

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

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 15 Sep 2016 51,438 miles

front brake pads worn low.

Pass 2 Sep 2015 45,988 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 4 Sep 2014 41,110 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 35,895 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2013 35,892 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Aug 2012 31,185 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 31,185 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 21,801 miles

n/s/f tyres has cut in sidewall not showing cords

slight damage to n/s/f wheel

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 ZGP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZGP, 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 FL58 ZGP registered?

FL58 ZGP is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 September 2008.

Is FL58 ZGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 ZGP shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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