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LL57 GFJ

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 May 2027
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

65,983 mi
Last recorded65,983 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLL57 GFJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 65,983 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 62,181 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2022 62,181 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached detached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2021 58,476 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Aug 2021 58,476 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps not working (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2020 54,668 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 52,412 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 49,546 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 21 Jul 2018 49,534 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 7 Aug 2017 46,696 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 43,501 miles

engine covers & under shields obscuring some components

Pass 13 Feb 2015 38,907 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 31,491 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 23,508 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 15,569 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2011 11,986 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2011 11,986 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.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
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LL57 GFJ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LL57 GFJ, 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 LL57 GFJ registered?

LL57 GFJ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is LL57 GFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LL57 GFJ shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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