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LW04 YFG

2008 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jan 2027
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

53,859 mi
Last recorded53,859 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX844,918 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW04 YFG
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2026 53,859 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2025 53,855 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2024 53,848 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Dec 2022 53,657 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2021 52,412 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2020 51,229 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 50,757 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 49,780 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2018 49,776 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 15 Mar 2017 48,715 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2016 47,475 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2016 118,469 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 27 Mar 2015 44,552 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Mar 2015 44,552 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2014 42,928 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 40,588 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 40,586 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2012 38,269 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2011 37,140 miles

Offside Front Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 25 Feb 2010 35,985 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 35,981 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 13 Feb 2009 26,532 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 22,563 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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LW04 YFG is a 2008 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 44,918 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LW04 YFG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LW04 YFG registered?

LW04 YFG is a 2008 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 April 2008.

Is LW04 YFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW04 YFG shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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