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GN57 CDO

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

39,036 mi
Last recorded39,036 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN57 CDO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 39,036 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 38,881 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2024 38,646 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 38,368 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 38,065 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 37,575 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2020 36,744 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 35,684 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 33,688 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2017 32,184 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2016 30,022 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 29,503 miles
Fail 13 May 2015 29,503 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Mar 2014 28,955 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 28,338 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 27,053 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 16 Feb 2011 25,920 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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GN57 CDO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GN57 CDO, 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 GN57 CDO registered?

GN57 CDO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 February 2008.

Is GN57 CDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN57 CDO shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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