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HY09 JVV

2009 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Apr 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

53,854 mi
Last recorded53,854 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY09 JVV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Fail 29 Apr 2026 53,854 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 52,603 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2024 46,142 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 44,343 miles

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

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in centre of screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2021 43,065 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 40,021 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2018 36,725 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 31,440 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 28,062 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 23,323 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 23,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Nov 2014 16,721 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 12,357 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,802 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2013 9,419 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2012 8,929 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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HY09 JVV is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 HY09 JVV, 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

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What year was HY09 JVV registered?

HY09 JVV is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is HY09 JVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY09 JVV shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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