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KX58 OYY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

97,616 mi
Last recorded97,616 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX58 OYY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2024 97,616 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including all suspension arms and hubs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened including all suspension arms and hubs (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2023 96,993 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 96,205 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2021 96,196 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Dec 2020 95,932 miles

under tray fitted

Pass 18 Dec 2019 94,243 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2019 94,227 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 29 Nov 2018 88,112 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2018 88,112 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 77,483 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2017 77,463 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Broken (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Oct 2016 70,847 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 59,743 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 49,277 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 39,853 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 32,639 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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KX58 OYY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 KX58 OYY, 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 KX58 OYY registered?

KX58 OYY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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