2008 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · GU58 GVT
2008 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 25/10/2008. Recorded mileage 90,482 miles. MOT valid until 11/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Canterbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,482 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2008
- Engine
- 1798cc
GU58 GVT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/08/2026
- 90,482 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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GU58 GVT Mileage History
- 24/07/202472,269 mi
- 26/07/202479,112 mi+6,843 mi
- 23/07/202578,875 mi-237 mi
- 03/08/202690,475 mi+11,600 mi
- 13/08/202690,482 mi+7 mi
Average of roughly 8,873 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
GU58 GVT MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda Mx-5 (GU58 GVT) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 August 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear Macpherson strut insecurely attached top mount bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Macpherson strut insecurely attached top mount bolt missing (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.
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