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FG08 FVR

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

39,005 mi
Last recorded39,005 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 FVR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 39,005 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2025 36,908 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2024 36,256 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2023 34,756 miles

Coolant Level Light On Dash Indicating An Issue

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2022 33,804 miles
Pass 10 May 2018 33,390 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in treads

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre cracking in treads

coolant level warning light on, level is ok

engine covers and undertray fitted

Fail 10 May 2018 33,390 miles

Nearside Front tyre cracking in treads

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Offside Front tyre cracking in treads

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

coolant level warning light on, level is ok

engine covers and undertray fitted

Pass 2 May 2017 32,229 miles

Nearside Front tyre starting to crack in treads

Offside Front tyre starting to crack in treads

engine covers & undertrays fitted

Pass 5 Apr 2016 30,923 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 28,878 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 26,005 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 21,672 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 18,612 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 13,384 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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FG08 FVR is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 FG08 FVR, 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 FG08 FVR registered?

FG08 FVR is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 FVR shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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