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LM58 VMR

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

52,494 mi
Last recorded52,494 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM58 VMR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 52,494 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 1 Mar 2021 52,494 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 49,822 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 46,063 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2018 43,240 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2017 37,881 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 31,572 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 25,461 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 19,337 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 15,257 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 12,200 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 12,200 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 VMR is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 VMR, 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 LM58 VMR registered?

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

Is LM58 VMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LM58 VMR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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