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YA08 VNG

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

71,208 mi
Last recorded71,208 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 VNG
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2016 71,208 miles

Both rear shocks are damp

Pass 8 Dec 2015 64,430 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2015 57,712 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2015 57,711 miles

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

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

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

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 19 Mar 2014 44,882 miles

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

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

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

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

unsure if fitted with self leveling device. does not appear to be working if fitted.

Pass 2 Apr 2013 35,917 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 26,492 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2011 18,323 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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YA08 VNG is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 YA08 VNG, 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 YA08 VNG registered?

YA08 VNG is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 March 2008.

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The MOT history for YA08 VNG shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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