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GP08 NJY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,820 mi
Last recorded40,820 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 NJY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2026 40,820 miles

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

general suspension corrosion

Pass 7 Jan 2025 39,658 miles

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Fail 7 Jan 2025 39,658 miles

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

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

general suspension corrosion

under tray fitted

Pass 16 Jan 2024 38,657 miles

general suspension corrosion

Pass 17 Jan 2023 36,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jan 2022 35,323 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 34,731 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 32,788 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 29,139 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 26,535 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 25,139 miles

Front both deteriated

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 23,566 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2015 21,677 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 19,350 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,475 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 15,507 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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GP08 NJY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 GP08 NJY, 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 GP08 NJY registered?

GP08 NJY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GP08 NJY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP08 NJY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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