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GX57 LLJ

2008 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jan 2027
Tests16 (16 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

58,218 mi
Last recorded58,218 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda MX-547,416 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX57 LLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

16 pass
Pass 6 Jan 2026 58,218 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2024 57,286 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2023 55,886 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 54,326 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 52,092 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 51,136 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2019 50,245 miles

rear brake pads appear to be wearing thin

Pass 28 Dec 2018 48,300 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2017 46,269 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2016 44,406 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2015 42,431 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2014 39,592 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)

Pass 3 Jan 2014 35,465 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 29,573 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 21,231 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 13,731 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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GX57 LLJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GX57 LLJ, 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 GX57 LLJ registered?

GX57 LLJ is a 2008 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 January 2008.

Is GX57 LLJ safe to buy?

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