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RX08 MAB

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

16,394 mi
Last recorded16,394 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX08 MAB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 May 2026 16,394 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2025 15,682 miles
Pass 31 May 2024 15,339 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 14,814 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 14,425 miles
Pass 12 May 2021 13,726 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2020 13,206 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 12,491 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 11,919 miles

various undertrays fitted to vehicle

Pass 11 May 2017 11,109 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 10,170 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 7 May 2015 9,261 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 May 2014 8,648 miles
Fail 7 May 2014 8,648 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 7,720 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 6,760 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 15 May 2012 6,751 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 May 2011 6,102 miles
Fail 18 May 2011 6,102 miles

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

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

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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RX08 MAB is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 RX08 MAB, 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 RX08 MAB registered?

RX08 MAB is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 May 2008.

Is RX08 MAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX08 MAB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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