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FV08 UUO

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,372 mi
Last recorded51,372 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV08 UUO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2022 51,372 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 47,383 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 44,191 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear suspension components corrodet

Pass 26 Apr 2019 41,807 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 36,180 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2017 29,786 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 29,786 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 19 May 2016 28,463 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 25,499 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2014 21,765 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 17,151 miles

Both Front Tyres cracking inbetween tread

Both Front Tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 16 Jun 2012 12,606 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 8,359 miles

slight damage to outer sidewall of N/S/F tyre

Fail 8 Jun 2011 8,328 miles

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

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

N/S/F tyre has damage to outer sidewall

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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FV08 UUO 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 FV08 UUO, 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 FV08 UUO registered?

FV08 UUO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FV08 UUO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV08 UUO 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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