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FB57 JGY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

40,699 mi
Last recorded40,699 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 JGY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 40,699 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 38,844 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2019 37,467 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2018 36,607 miles

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

Pass 20 Nov 2017 35,258 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 35,258 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 34,273 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 33,462 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 32,353 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 21 Jan 2014 29,179 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 29,179 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2013 24,307 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2012 18,548 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 13,180 miles

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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FB57 JGY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.5% with a typical mileage of 42,719 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 FB57 JGY, 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 18 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was FB57 JGY registered?

FB57 JGY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is FB57 JGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB57 JGY shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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