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GP58 GAO

2008 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,053 mi
Last recorded43,053 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP58 GAO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2025 43,053 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Sep 2024 42,011 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 41,494 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2022 38,823 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Sep 2021 35,623 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2020 34,613 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 30,277 miles

Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 22 Mar 2018 26,808 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2017 23,818 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2016 20,829 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2015 16,995 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 12,543 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 12,346 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 13 Dec 2012 9,385 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2011 7,386 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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GP58 GAO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 GP58 GAO, 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 GP58 GAO registered?

GP58 GAO is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 December 2008.

Is GP58 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP58 GAO shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GP58 GAO have outstanding finance?

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