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FV08 PZL

2008 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jul 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,372 mi
Last recorded68,372 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 PZL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2026 68,372 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 68,352 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 68,266 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 May 2024 68,266 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 May 2023 68,063 miles
Pass 6 May 2022
Pass 10 May 2021 65,567 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 64,678 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 62,861 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 60,262 miles

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

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 May 2017 57,072 miles

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

Pass 6 May 2016 52,975 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 47,279 miles
Pass 8 May 2014 38,833 miles

rear tyres cracking

Fail 8 May 2014 38,833 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

rear tyres cracking

Pass 9 May 2013 31,681 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,296 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 13,212 miles

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

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

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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FV08 PZL is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FV08 PZL, 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 FV08 PZL?

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What year was FV08 PZL registered?

FV08 PZL is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is FV08 PZL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 PZL shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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