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GY58 UVX

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

73,545 mi
Last recorded73,545 miles
Recorded on15 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 UVX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 May 2023 73,545 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Apr 2023 73,540 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe support brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside washer jet poor

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe support brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak dripping from offside front lower plastic cover, requires investigation to be certain of component leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms/bars corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 73,537 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both fronts dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe support brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside washer jet poor

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened subframe support brackets (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive oil leak dripping from offside front lower plastic cover, requires investigation to be certain of component leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms/bars corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2022 71,822 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 67,030 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2020 67,016 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Jun 2019 58,301 miles
Fail 16 May 2019 58,279 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 17 May 2018 52,224 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 47,778 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 47,778 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2016 44,837 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 44,805 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear exhaust clamp excessively corroded

Fail 18 Apr 2016 44,738 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Rear exhaust clamp excessively corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2015 40,646 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2014 37,676 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2013 35,905 miles

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

Pass 28 Nov 2012 31,526 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 23,592 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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GY58 UVX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 GY58 UVX, 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 GY58 UVX registered?

GY58 UVX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 October 2008.

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