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NU58 DWV

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2021
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

61,339 mi
Last recorded61,339 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU58 DWV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2019 61,339 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 61,339 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jul 2018 59,435 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 57,869 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Jun 2016 53,365 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear tyre has cut but no cords showing

Pass 30 Mar 2015 49,401 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Mar 2015 49,401 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 4 Apr 2014 36,862 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2014 36,861 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2013 34,300 miles

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

Fail 11 Jun 2013 34,300 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 10 Jan 2012 29,834 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2012 29,834 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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NU58 DWV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 NU58 DWV, 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 NU58 DWV registered?

NU58 DWV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 September 2008.

Is NU58 DWV safe to buy?

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