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GF58 YBO

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

25,128 mi
Last recorded25,128 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 YBO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2025 25,128 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 25,103 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil on limit now (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Dec 2022 25,065 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 24,957 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 24,954 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Dec 2019 23,527 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2019 23,527 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 19 Dec 2018 22,101 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2018 22,099 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Steering arm deformed to the extent that steering is affected Damaged & Bent. (2.1.3 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2016 22,069 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

temp/radiator warning light on

Pass 16 Jul 2015 20,910 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2015 20,910 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 19,597 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 15,471 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

O/S/F tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Apr 2012 11,769 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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GF58 YBO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 GF58 YBO, 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 GF58 YBO registered?

GF58 YBO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 December 2008.

Is GF58 YBO safe to buy?

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