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RF08 EYL

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

30,537 mi
Last recorded30,537 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 EYL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2016 30,537 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test SAT NAV ()

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2015 24,974 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 18,853 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 17,389 miles
Pass 28 May 2013 15,878 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 9,067 miles
Fail 27 May 2011 5,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 27 May 2011 5,065 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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RF08 EYL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 RF08 EYL, 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.

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What year was RF08 EYL registered?

RF08 EYL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 May 2008.

Is RF08 EYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 EYL shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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