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R3 RXX

2009 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,088 mi
Last recorded52,088 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 5 May 2026 52,088 miles
Pass 14 May 2025 49,904 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 46,585 miles
Pass 25 May 2021 45,909 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2018 43,953 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2017 41,857 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jun 2016 40,375 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 38,111 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2013 33,479 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 25,256 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

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R3 RXX is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RXX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R3 RXX registered?

R3 RXX is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 16 July 2009.

Is R3 RXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R3 RXX shows 10 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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