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GF08 EFR

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,564 mi
Last recorded54,564 miles
Recorded on19 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 EFR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 May 2026 54,564 miles
Pass 20 May 2025 52,708 miles
Fail 20 May 2025 52,708 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 May 2024 51,499 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 49,353 miles
Fail 15 May 2023 49,353 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 May 2022 46,792 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 45,320 miles
Fail 12 May 2021 45,320 miles

Offside Front Brake linkage has restricted free movement (1.1.15 (e))

Pass 20 May 2020 43,745 miles
Fail 19 May 2020 43,745 miles

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

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 41,696 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 39,542 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 37,925 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 34,612 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 31,647 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 27,202 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 24,153 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 18,958 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 15,875 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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GF08 EFR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc 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 GF08 EFR, 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 GF08 EFR registered?

GF08 EFR is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is GF08 EFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 EFR 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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