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LN08 PSX

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

40,785 mi
Last recorded40,785 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLN08 PSX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2018 40,785 miles

both rear tyres close to limit

o/s/r shock absorber slightly leaking

Fail 21 Mar 2018 40,743 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Front registration plate non-reflective border too close to the characters (6.3.4h)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.7mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All brake discs slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Mar 2017 33,276 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2016 27,617 miles

rear number plate insecure but not likely to fall off

Fail 12 Apr 2016 27,617 miles

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

rear number plate insecure but not likely to fall off

Pass 8 Apr 2015 22,429 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Fail 17 Mar 2014 14,350 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres cracking between treads

Pass 17 Mar 2014 14,350 miles

both front tyres cracking between treads

Pass 13 Mar 2013 9,066 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2012 6,694 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2011 4,625 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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LN08 PSX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LN08 PSX, 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 LN08 PSX registered?

LN08 PSX is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 March 2008.

Is LN08 PSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LN08 PSX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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