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MAZ 8225

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

20,456 mi
Last recorded20,456 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMAZ 8225
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2021 20,456 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 20,422 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2018 19,484 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 19,484 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Mar 2017 13,705 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 8,904 miles

all four tyres perishing

Pass 2 Feb 2015 6,752 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2014 4,959 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 18 Jan 2013 3,201 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2013 3,201 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Jan 2012 1,924 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2011 247 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 245 miles

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

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

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

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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MAZ 8225 is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 MAZ 8225, 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 MAZ 8225 registered?

MAZ 8225 is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 4 February 2008.

Is MAZ 8225 safe to buy?

The MOT history for MAZ 8225 shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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