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PL57 TUV

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,660 mi
Last recorded41,660 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL57 TUV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 13 Oct 2025 41,660 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 37,927 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 34,898 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2022 30,625 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 28,258 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 26,617 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 18 Oct 2019 24,966 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2018 20,570 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2017 17,531 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2016 15,912 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 15,808 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2013 15,642 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2012 13,954 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2011 12,485 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
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PL57 TUV 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 100%.

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 PL57 TUV, 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 PL57 TUV registered?

PL57 TUV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 February 2008.

Is PL57 TUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL57 TUV shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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