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GU57 MRY

2008 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

79,209 mi
Last recorded79,209 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU57 MRY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 79,209 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2025 70,465 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 65,885 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2023 64,898 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 64,201 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 63,849 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 62,152 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2017 61,669 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 58,051 miles

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

split in o/s front tyre wall not showing cords

under trays fitted

Pass 29 Jul 2015 50,797 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 39,178 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 Aug 2013 32,675 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 20,754 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2012 20,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 15,145 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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GU57 MRY is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GU57 MRY, 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 GU57 MRY registered?

GU57 MRY is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is GU57 MRY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU57 MRY shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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