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KY08 VGU

2008 Mazda RX-8

White Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,752 mi
Last recorded107,752 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY08 VGU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2018 107,752 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 103,031 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2016 103,031 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2014 88,588 miles

engine managment light on

n/s/f tyre wearing thin on inner edge

Pass 30 Dec 2013 72,806 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2013 54,550 miles

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

Fail 9 Jan 2012 36,328 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jan 2012 36,328 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 11 Jan 2011 21,228 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
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KY08 VGU is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in White with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 KY08 VGU, 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 KY08 VGU registered?

KY08 VGU is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is KY08 VGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY08 VGU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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