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SE57 FDJ

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2024
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

73,581 mi
Last recorded73,581 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSE57 FDJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2023 73,581 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule offside & nearside (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

front & rear shock absorber casing corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 1 Sep 2022 72,249 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

front & rear shock absorber casing corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Fail 1 Sep 2022 72,249 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

engine cover,under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

front & rear shock absorber casing corroded

rear suspension components corroded

Pass 10 Sep 2021 70,509 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Aug 2020 68,029 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and wearing on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine cover & under tray fitted

Pass 30 Aug 2019 63,972 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2018 58,042 miles

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

both front & both rear brake hose metal ends slightly corroded

both rear brake back plates corroded

engine covers & under trays fitted

front & rear sub frames has corrosion

Pass 19 Aug 2017 52,423 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules both front and both rear (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Rear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both rear brake back plates corroded

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

engine cover fitted

front and rear sub frame corroded

under tray fitted

Pass 8 Sep 2016 47,583 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2015 43,685 miles

Front sub frame corroded

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 24 Jun 2015 43,673 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 Jul 2014 42,825 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Sep 2013 37,424 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2012 29,892 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 20,922 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 8 Sep 2010 8,479 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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SE57 FDJ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 SE57 FDJ, 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 SE57 FDJ registered?

SE57 FDJ is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SE57 FDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SE57 FDJ shows 16 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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