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WV08 SVE

2008 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2016
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

56,659 mi
Last recorded56,659 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2015
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV08 SVE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2015 56,659 miles

front tyres starting to wear on edges

Pass 27 Sep 2014 53,469 miles

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

Fail 26 Sep 2014 53,469 miles

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

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

rear brake discs corroded and have been metal on metal with pads

Pass 6 Jul 2013 49,737 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 43,388 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 36,319 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2011 36,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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WV08 SVE is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 WV08 SVE, 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 WV08 SVE registered?

WV08 SVE is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is WV08 SVE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV08 SVE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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