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EA08 YST

2008 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

58,913 mi
Last recorded58,913 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX844,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA08 YST
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 58,913 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 55,488 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 48,534 miles

Oil leak from engine

Fail 23 Oct 2015 48,434 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

oil leak

Pass 24 Oct 2014 38,747 miles

front and rear brake discs pitted slightly ,o/s front and n/s rear tyres starting to perish.

Pass 3 Feb 2014 34,152 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 3 Feb 2014 34,149 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Apr 2013 29,686 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2013 29,686 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Apr 2012 26,022 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2012 26,022 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Apr 2011 17,097 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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EA08 YST is a 2008 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 44,918 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EA08 YST, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was EA08 YST registered?

EA08 YST is a 2008 Mazda RX8, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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