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LM58 VME

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

40,348 mi
Last recorded40,348 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 VME
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 40,348 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 39,403 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 38,679 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2023 37,936 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 37,522 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Dec 2020 36,993 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 36,129 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both, corroding on inner surfaces. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2019 35,000 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin All, very low. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 33,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin only just met 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin only just met 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 20 Dec 2017 33,849 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin only just met 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin only just met 1.5mm (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 32,964 miles

front brake pads look low

Pass 13 Oct 2015 31,807 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2015 31,806 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 29,722 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 28,158 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 25,361 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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LM58 VME 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 87.5%.

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 LM58 VME, 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 LM58 VME registered?

LM58 VME is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 October 2008.

Is LM58 VME safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 VME shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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