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WL58 DAO

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,297 mi
Last recorded98,297 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL58 DAO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2016 98,297 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2015 77,657 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 76,161 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 71,540 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 4 Dec 2013 71,540 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Engine management light on

Nearside Front 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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 6 Dec 2012 63,598 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

n/s/f tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on inner edge

o/s & n/s front tyres cut on walls

Pass 6 Dec 2012 63,598 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

o/s/f tyre wearing thin on inner edge

o/s & n/s front tyres cut on walls

Pass 5 Dec 2011 52,150 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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WL58 DAO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WL58 DAO, 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.

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What year was WL58 DAO registered?

WL58 DAO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 December 2008.

Is WL58 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL58 DAO shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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