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FD08 UDM

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

17,341 mi
Last recorded17,341 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD08 UDM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 17,341 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2025 16,777 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2024 16,052 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 15,782 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 14,947 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jun 2021 14,068 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2020 13,528 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 12,510 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 11,995 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 11,040 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 10,504 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 9,279 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 8,772 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 8,432 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 8,432 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2011 7,956 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
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FD08 UDM is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FD08 UDM, 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 FD08 UDM registered?

FD08 UDM is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is FD08 UDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD08 UDM shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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