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R3 RXH

2009 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

98,924 mi
Last recorded98,924 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2024
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 RXH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2024 98,924 miles

advise all brake discs corroded

advise nearside headlight image

Pass 9 Jan 2023 95,028 miles

advise all brake discs corroded inner side

Pass 21 Dec 2021 89,595 miles

advise offside front to rear brake pie corroded at offside rear

Pass 12 Jan 2021 86,218 miles

advise offside rear tyre cut on tread

Pass 28 Sep 2019 83,743 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2019 83,741 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 1 Oct 2018 76,348 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 67,606 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2016 58,218 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 57,426 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,794 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 49,756 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 45,122 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2012 36,813 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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R3 RXH is a 2009 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 92.9%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 42,179 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 R3 RXH, 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 17 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R3 RXH registered?

R3 RXH is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 May 2009.

Is R3 RXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 RXH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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