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KR08 MVY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2025
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

69,074 mi
Last recorded69,074 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKR08 MVY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2024 69,074 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 67,259 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Apr 2022 65,260 miles

Nearside Front side repeter lens damaged

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 62,930 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 61,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 59,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 58,375 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 57,419 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2016 51,010 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 47,681 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 43,802 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

n/s/r shock weeping

Pass 27 Feb 2013 35,654 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 33,786 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 28,898 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 17 Jun 2011 28,898 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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KR08 MVY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KR08 MVY, 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 KR08 MVY registered?

KR08 MVY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 2 July 2008.

Is KR08 MVY safe to buy?

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