CarVerify

Free Car Check

NY57 GVT

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

83,234 mi
Last recorded83,234 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2024
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationNY57 GVT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2024 83,234 miles

Exhaust heat shield corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2023 80,400 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 76,518 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2021 74,073 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 70,584 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2019 68,222 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 66,780 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 66,757 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 66,230 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 66,080 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 65,231 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2014 64,403 miles
Pass 8 May 2013 60,964 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 54,980 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 54,980 miles

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 51,145 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

NY57 GVT is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 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 NY57 GVT, 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

How do I check the history of NY57 GVT?

You can check the full history of NY57 GVT by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was NY57 GVT registered?

NY57 GVT is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is NY57 GVT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NY57 GVT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NY57 GVT have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on NY57 GVT. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.