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YK56 FYC

2008 Mazda RX8

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2018
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

63,781 mi
Last recorded63,781 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX844,918 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK56 FYC
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2017 63,781 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 54,433 miles

Engine covers are fitted top & bottom

Exhaust system, rust corrosion

Oil leak engine lower? ()

Fail 19 Jul 2016 54,365 miles

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

Engine covers are fitted top & bottom

Exhaust system, rust corrosion

Oil leak engine lower? ()

Pass 13 Jul 2015 48,766 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 42,263 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2014 40,978 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2014 40,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Feb 2013 29,003 miles

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

Pass 26 Jul 2011 22,100 miles

Condition of wiper blades

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Wear to all 4 tyres on edges

Pass 3 Dec 2009 16,660 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2009 16,658 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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YK56 FYC is a 2008 Mazda RX8 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2008 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 44,918 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 RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YK56 FYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda RX8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was YK56 FYC registered?

YK56 FYC is a 2008 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 August 2008.

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