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SH09 LGJ

2009 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2025
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

35,373 mi
Last recorded35,373 miles
Recorded on29 May 2024
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH09 LGJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 May 2024 35,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement middle bush perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2023 33,123 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs rusty on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs rusty on inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 May 2022 31,279 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 29,547 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH rear tyres at 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2019 26,644 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2018 25,437 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 24,051 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2017 24,051 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 22,683 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 21,244 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 21,236 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 18,237 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 15,668 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Apr 2012 12,648 miles

Nail on inner edge of o/s/f tyre.

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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SH09 LGJ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 SH09 LGJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SH09 LGJ registered?

SH09 LGJ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 April 2009.

Is SH09 LGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SH09 LGJ shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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