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RX08 AAA

2009 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2019
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

143,189 mi
Last recorded143,189 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 AAA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 143,189 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 142,829 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2017 133,015 miles

EML On

Pass 18 Aug 2016 123,918 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 112,927 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2014 99,862 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 99,860 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Jul 2013 90,499 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 70,049 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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RX08 AAA is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RX08 AAA, 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 RX08 AAA registered?

RX08 AAA is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 September 2009.

Is RX08 AAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 AAA shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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