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YC08 ZYV

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Mar 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

27,522 mi
Last recorded27,522 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC08 ZYV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2026 27,522 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2024 24,811 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

front and rear suspension components corroded

Pass 23 Jan 2024 24,282 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2024 24,041 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2023 23,359 miles

Front Various steering/suspension components (including sub frames) have substantial surface corrosion but not necessarily effecting component strength or operation

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rigid end of flexible hose (before caliper) corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Rigid end of flexible hose (before caliper) corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Various steering/suspension components (including sub frames) have substantial surface corrosion but not necessarily effecting component strength or operation

Pass 18 Jan 2022 23,145 miles

Various steering & suspension components (including sub frames) have substantial surface corrosion.

Fail 18 Jan 2022 23,145 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Various steering & suspension components (including sub frames) have substantial surface corrosion.

Pass 20 Jan 2021 22,843 miles

Various steering and suspension components, including subframes, have substantial surface corrosion

Fail 20 Jan 2021 22,843 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Various steering and suspension components, including subframes, have substantial surface corrosion

Pass 27 Jan 2020 22,459 miles

All N/S and O/S rear suspension arms and rod components corroded.

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Steering feels heavier when turning right.

Pass 30 Jan 2019 21,916 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 21,391 miles

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

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

Steering system slightly tight turning right (2.2.D.1)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 21,391 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

Steering system slightly tight turning right (2.2.D.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2017 20,725 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 20,045 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2015 19,405 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 18,282 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Feb 2013 17,547 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 11,702 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 8,843 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2011 8,843 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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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YC08 ZYV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 YC08 ZYV, 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 YC08 ZYV registered?

YC08 ZYV is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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