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OV08 HNH

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

40,441 mi
Last recorded40,441 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 HNH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 40,441 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2025 40,363 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2023 40,123 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2022 39,438 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 39,085 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 38,742 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 38,007 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 37,464 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 37,050 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 34,506 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2015 31,071 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 29,713 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 29,496 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Mar 2014 27,303 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2014 27,303 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 26 Sep 2013 25,533 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 23,223 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 20,525 miles

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

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

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Fail 24 Sep 2012 20,519 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

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Pass 21 Mar 2012 16,878 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 15,546 miles

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

Pass 28 Mar 2011 13,132 miles

Cut in nearside front tyre NOT down too cords

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

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

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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OV08 HNH is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 OV08 HNH, 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 OV08 HNH registered?

OV08 HNH is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 9 April 2008.

Is OV08 HNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV08 HNH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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