CarVerify

Free Car Check

HV59 EWZ

2009 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2022
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

43,179 mi
Last recorded43,179 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2021
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV59 EWZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2021 43,179 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 1 Feb 2019 43,159 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Electronic power steering not working (2.6 (c))

Electronic power steering warning lamp indicates a system malfunction (2.6 (a))

Exhaust system insecure rear exhaust clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))

Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached split pin missing (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All position lamps light intensity obviously reduced half of the leds not working (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened dented near front bush (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

clutch pedal rubber antislip device missing

osf shock bellows gaitor split

Pass 1 Mar 2017 38,477 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 38,474 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 20 Feb 2016 32,059 miles

Nearside Rear TYRE MEETS THE MINIMUM LEGAL REQUIREMENT ONLY! RECCOMEND REPLACEMENT !

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Main beam working but bot as bright as nearside (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 25,115 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2013 25,026 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2013 24,964 miles

both rear tyres worn close to limit

offside front shock absorber and spring are different to other 3 on car

Fail 11 Sep 2013 24,964 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

both rear tyres worn close to limit

offside front brake hose appears to be incorrectly fitted

offside front shock absorber and spring are different to other 3 on car

Pass 15 Aug 2012 22,214 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HV59 EWZ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 42,179 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 HV59 EWZ, 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 17 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HV59 EWZ?

You can check the full history of HV59 EWZ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HV59 EWZ registered?

HV59 EWZ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 21 September 2009.

Is HV59 EWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV59 EWZ shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HV59 EWZ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HV59 EWZ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.