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RF08 LJN

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,036 mi
Last recorded52,036 miles
Recorded on5 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 LJN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 May 2017 52,036 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2016 46,578 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2015 43,353 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2015 43,353 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 38,989 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Apr 2013 35,655 miles

clutch slightly noisey

front brake discs worn on inner

Pass 11 Apr 2012 32,959 miles

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

front tyres unevenly worn

Pass 11 May 2011 29,099 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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RF08 LJN is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black 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 LJN, 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 LJN registered?

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

Is RF08 LJN safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF08 LJN 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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