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EX09 XEM

2009 Mazda RX-8

White Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2024
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

89,959 mi
Last recorded89,959 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 XEM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 89,959 miles

Both front shock cover gaiters deteriorated

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Nov 2022 87,823 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flange joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays limit inspection

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2021 85,651 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 83,633 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under trays limit inspection

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2019 79,035 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Under trays limit inspection

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2018 73,411 miles

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Fail 3 Apr 2018 73,411 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure heavily worn inner edge (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Central Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

Nearside Front fog light lens cracked

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2017 66,229 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2017 66,147 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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 15 Mar 2016 59,344 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2016 59,343 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2015 53,215 miles

front inner brake pads look low

front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 13 Feb 2014 44,140 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2013 29,007 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 21,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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EX09 XEM is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in White with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 42,179 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX09 XEM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EX09 XEM registered?

EX09 XEM is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 5 March 2009.

Is EX09 XEM safe to buy?

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