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LY08 DVZ

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2019
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

55,541 mi
Last recorded55,541 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 DVZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2018 55,541 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 55,541 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Sep 2017 44,715 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2014 43,054 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 40,632 miles

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

Fail 23 Jun 2014 40,564 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2013 30,311 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2013 30,311 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 22,200 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 22,200 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 22 Jun 2011 20,452 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 20,452 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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LY08 DVZ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 LY08 DVZ, 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 LY08 DVZ registered?

LY08 DVZ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 27 June 2008.

Is LY08 DVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 DVZ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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