CarVerify

Free Car Check

FV09 UTJ

2009 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

45,402 mi
Last recorded45,402 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV09 UTJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 45,402 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 44,121 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 42,222 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 40,892 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 28 Mar 2022 39,375 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm on inside (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Apr 2021 38,969 miles

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

Fail 8 Apr 2021 38,969 miles

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 19 Mar 2020 37,682 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 36,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 35,711 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 35,711 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 30,971 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 27,351 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 18,178 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 16,007 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 12,703 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 12,703 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 9,961 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 9,960 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

FV09 UTJ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FV09 UTJ, 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

How do I check the history of FV09 UTJ?

You can check the full history of FV09 UTJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FV09 UTJ registered?

FV09 UTJ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 July 2009.

Is FV09 UTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV09 UTJ shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FV09 UTJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on FV09 UTJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.