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VF57 LVM

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

47,391 mi
Last recorded47,391 miles
Recorded on27 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 LVM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Dec 2017 47,391 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2016 47,230 miles

Offside Front wing damaged

Fail 28 Dec 2016 47,229 miles

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

Offside Front wing damaged

Pass 30 Dec 2015 45,181 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2015 41,444 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2014 27,102 miles

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

Pass 9 Feb 2013 18,154 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 9 Feb 2012 10,891 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2012 10,891 miles

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

Pass 14 Feb 2011 9,418 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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VF57 LVM is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 VF57 LVM, 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 VF57 LVM registered?

VF57 LVM is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 February 2008.

Is VF57 LVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 LVM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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