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GD57 KXK

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

42,019 mi
Last recorded42,019 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD57 KXK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2019 42,019 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2018 39,869 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2017 37,541 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2017 37,541 miles

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

Fail 10 Feb 2017 37,540 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2016 35,348 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Feb 2015 32,479 miles

Coolant light illuminated

Pass 13 Feb 2014 28,690 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 24,918 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 21,210 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 21,205 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2011 15,590 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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GD57 KXK is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GD57 KXK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GD57 KXK registered?

GD57 KXK is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is GD57 KXK safe to buy?

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