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PE08 XNH

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

50,703 mi
Last recorded50,703 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 XNH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2018 50,703 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 46,752 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components attached (2.4.G.1)

Fail 11 May 2017 46,752 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on inner edge 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and all suspension components attached (2.4.G.1)

Pass 13 May 2016 41,010 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides very close to the minimum thickness (3.5.1g)

advise engine covers , under trays and cover sills fitted

Fail 13 May 2016 41,010 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides very close to the minimum thickness (3.5.1g)

advise engine covers , under trays and cover sills fitted

Pass 14 May 2015 35,759 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 31,624 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 31,624 miles

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

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

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

Pass 10 May 2013 28,325 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 24,816 miles
Fail 8 May 2012 24,816 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2011 20,571 miles

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge

offside front tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 29 Mar 2011 20,549 miles

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

Fail 28 Mar 2011 20,534 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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PE08 XNH is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 PE08 XNH, 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 PE08 XNH registered?

PE08 XNH is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 March 2008.

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