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LC58 LAO

2008 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

72,560 mi
Last recorded72,560 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC58 LAO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 72,560 miles

Front brake pads very low

Pass 6 Dec 2016 63,337 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2016 63,327 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Nov 2015 54,152 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 46,328 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 46,328 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2013 39,206 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 32,088 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2011 24,293 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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LC58 LAO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Red 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 LC58 LAO, 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 LC58 LAO registered?

LC58 LAO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 December 2008.

Is LC58 LAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LC58 LAO 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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