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WU08 TVL

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

75,961 mi
Last recorded75,961 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU08 TVL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 75,961 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Nov 2024 70,283 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 67,682 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 65,130 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2022 65,130 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 59,253 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2021 59,253 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt all droplinks (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 24 Oct 2020 53,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 23 Apr 2019 43,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 36,448 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 34,687 miles

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

Fail 28 Jun 2017 34,687 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2016 31,397 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 25 Jun 2015 28,741 miles

condition of brake pads unknown(limited vision)

corrosion in front brake hose ferrules

front number plate loose

offside rear tyre perished and on the limit

Pass 27 Jan 2014 27,357 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 25,322 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 22,285 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 18,372 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 18,372 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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WU08 TVL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 WU08 TVL, 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 WU08 TVL?

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What year was WU08 TVL registered?

WU08 TVL is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 March 2008.

Is WU08 TVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU08 TVL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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