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SB08 PHO

2008 Mazda RX-8

White Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2022
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

49,274 mi
Last recorded49,274 miles
Recorded on12 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB08 PHO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 12 May 2021 49,274 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 47,386 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 45,181 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2016 42,967 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2015 39,937 miles

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

Pass 9 Dec 2014 36,105 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 31,470 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 29,312 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 24,817 miles

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

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

Pass 27 May 2011 17,493 miles

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

front tyres perished

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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SB08 PHO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in White with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 SB08 PHO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SB08 PHO registered?

SB08 PHO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SB08 PHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB08 PHO shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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