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A13 MFF

2008 Mazda RX-8

White Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Apr 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,441 mi
Last recorded63,441 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 MFF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 63,441 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2025 61,522 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2024 59,095 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2024 59,060 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Apr 2023 56,775 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2022 53,831 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 50,569 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2021 50,511 miles

Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2020 46,914 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Jan 2019 43,223 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Jan 2018 37,596 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 33,144 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2016 29,847 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit very badly worn on the inner edge 225/45/18 (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2015 24,941 miles

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

Fail 6 May 2014 23,690 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear and offside rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 6 May 2014 23,690 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

nearside rear and offside rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 7 May 2013 21,485 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 21,485 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 19,296 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 16,276 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 16,276 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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A13 MFF is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in White 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 A13 MFF, 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 A13 MFF registered?

A13 MFF is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 February 2008.

Is A13 MFF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 MFF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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