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BL08 DNO

2008 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

79,533 mi
Last recorded79,533 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda RX-842,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL08 DNO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2017 79,533 miles

Offside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

both front tyress wearing on edges close to limit

Pass 8 Jan 2016 70,769 miles

emissions long test not completed to prevent damage to engine.

Fail 7 Jan 2016 70,767 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

emissions long test not completed to prevent damage to engine.

Fail 29 Dec 2015 70,737 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Fail 1 Dec 2014 60,867 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Dec 2014 60,867 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2014 58,911 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2014 58,911 miles

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

Pass 8 Jun 2013 51,962 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 42,872 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2011 32,038 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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BL08 DNO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 BL08 DNO, 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 BL08 DNO registered?

BL08 DNO is a 2008 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 20 June 2008.

Is BL08 DNO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL08 DNO shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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