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KO08 MKL

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Feb 2024
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

65,995 mi
Last recorded65,995 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 MKL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2023 65,995 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All four (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Feb 2022 63,589 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2021 61,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 58,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Feb 2019 54,330 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2018 50,850 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 47,806 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2016 45,306 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 42,625 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 37,614 miles

front brake discs worn

poor tyre repair to n/s/f

Pass 6 Jul 2012 29,752 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 19,572 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2011 19,572 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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KO08 MKL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 KO08 MKL, 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 KO08 MKL registered?

KO08 MKL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KO08 MKL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 MKL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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