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RX57 DAV

2008 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,066 mi
Last recorded63,066 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX57 DAV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 63,066 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside. (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 17 Feb 2022 63,066 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Nearside and offside. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Aug 2018 61,088 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 49,036 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2016 42,834 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2016 42,834 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 35,159 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 29,225 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 24,102 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 17,904 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 31 Jan 2011 13,818 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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RX57 DAV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RX57 DAV, 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 RX57 DAV registered?

RX57 DAV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is RX57 DAV safe to buy?

The MOT history for RX57 DAV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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