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SL08 YXC

2008 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Aug 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

79,392 mi
Last recorded79,392 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 YXC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2025 79,392 miles

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

WAX OIL ON UNDER SIDE OF VHEICLE

Fail 14 Aug 2025 79,387 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

ENGINE COVERS AND UNDER TRAYS FITTED

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

WAX OIL ON UNDER SIDE OF VHEICLE

Pass 3 May 2024 78,822 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 78,549 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2022 78,032 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 76,435 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2019 74,817 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2018 71,975 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 66,873 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 63,476 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 60,850 miles

front tyres wearing on edges

rear pads wearing low

Fail 1 Sep 2015 60,850 miles

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

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

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

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

Steering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)

front tyres wearing on edges

heavy surface corrosion on all suspension units

rear pads wearing low

Pass 25 Mar 2013 56,184 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 42,794 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 29,283 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2011 29,283 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

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

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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SL08 YXC is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 SL08 YXC, 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 SL08 YXC registered?

SL08 YXC is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is SL08 YXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL08 YXC shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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