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SW08 HGK

2008 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

35,100 mi
Last recorded35,100 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW08 HGK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 17 Oct 2025 35,100 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 29,803 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 1\4 left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear exhaust clamp corroding

Pass 27 Oct 2023 21,957 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2022 21,258 miles

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

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Dec 2021 20,672 miles

Front engine covers fitted top and bottom

Rear Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 5 Dec 2020 19,846 miles
Pass 25 May 2019 19,227 miles

Engine covers top and bottom fitted

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 9 Jun 2018 18,441 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 2 Jun 2017 16,892 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

engine covers fitted.

under trays fitted.

Pass 4 Jun 2016 14,940 miles

Front engine cover top and bottom

Rear no tow bar fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2015 12,787 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 7 Jun 2014 9,828 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Jun 2013 8,153 miles

centre hi-level brake light inop

Pass 9 Jun 2012 6,541 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2011 4,833 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
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SW08 HGK is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 SW08 HGK, 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

How do I check the history of SW08 HGK?

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What year was SW08 HGK registered?

SW08 HGK is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 June 2008.

Is SW08 HGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW08 HGK shows 15 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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