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HG08 KNR

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

43,300 mi
Last recorded43,300 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG08 KNR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 43,300 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2025 43,276 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 39,789 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2022 37,124 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 31,938 miles

Front and rear sub frames heavily corroded

General corrosion around front and rear suspension components, heavy in places.

Light misting of oil around both rear shock absorbers.

Rear brake discs corroded on inner faces.

Under trays and sill covers fitted.

sills and chassis corroded front and rear.

Pass 13 Mar 2020 31,734 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear exhaust box clamp corroded and broken

Pass 15 Mar 2019 31,304 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

exhaust back back box corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2018 31,036 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2018 31,036 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 30,289 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 29,157 miles

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

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

front tyres are cracked around the tread but not showing cord

Pass 19 Mar 2015 28,190 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 27,645 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2013 24,979 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Mar 2012 23,534 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 18,924 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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HG08 KNR is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HG08 KNR, 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 HG08 KNR registered?

HG08 KNR is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is HG08 KNR safe to buy?

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