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WU08 CGY

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

56,857 mi
Last recorded56,857 miles
Recorded on29 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 CGY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 May 2019 56,857 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2018 51,365 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2018 51,363 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2017 46,126 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 40,638 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 36,828 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 32,672 miles

catalyst rattling

coolent light int flashes

Fail 28 May 2014 32,645 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

catalyst rattling

coolent light int flashes

Pass 4 Jun 2013 28,278 miles

Both front tyres cracking on tread

Fail 29 May 2013 28,223 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Both front tyres cracking on tread

Pass 7 Jun 2012 24,438 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 24,154 miles

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2011 24,065 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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WU08 CGY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 WU08 CGY, 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 WU08 CGY registered?

WU08 CGY is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 20 August 2008.

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The MOT history for WU08 CGY shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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