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R3 TXR

2009 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Dec 2026
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

81,214 mi
Last recorded81,214 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR3 TXR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2025 81,214 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 73,315 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2024 73,312 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2023 63,822 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2022 58,256 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Dec 2022 58,231 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 56,066 miles

Nearside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2020 52,357 miles

Exhaust corroded

Slight body corrosion inner sills

Pass 12 Aug 2019 47,649 miles

Exhaust backbox clamp corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2019 47,649 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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))

Exhaust backbox clamp corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2018 41,907 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear brake pads look slightly worn

rear exhaust clamp corroded

under trays fitted

Pass 7 Aug 2017 36,275 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate starting to delaminate (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Aug 2017 36,275 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit NSF tyre 1.6mm at lowest point and has heavy edge wear (4.1.E.1)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread Rear number plate starting to delaminate (6.3.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2016 31,913 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Fail 1 Aug 2016 31,913 miles

Engine covers fitted

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under trays fitted

Pass 10 Aug 2015 22,808 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Aug 2014 14,241 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear suspension arms corroded slightly

Fail 4 Aug 2014 14,194 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2013 10,058 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 8,555 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 28 Jul 2012 8,555 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Engine management light on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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 TXR is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R3 TXR, 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 TXR registered?

R3 TXR is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 July 2009.

Is R3 TXR safe to buy?

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