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HK08 HSX

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

34,137 mi
Last recorded34,137 miles
Recorded on28 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 HSX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 May 2019 34,137 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 26,666 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 May 2017 25,025 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 22,511 miles

Both front tyres wearing smooth on inner edges and are 3mm

Pass 21 May 2015 18,681 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 May 2014 13,710 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 9,785 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 6,649 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2012 6,649 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 4,526 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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HK08 HSX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HK08 HSX, 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 HK08 HSX registered?

HK08 HSX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 May 2008.

Is HK08 HSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK08 HSX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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