2008 Mazda RX-8 2.6L Petrol · HV58 HUO
2008 Mazda RX-8 (2.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 68,828 miles. MOT expired on 25 Oct 2020. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA RX-8
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 25 Oct 2020
- Road Tax
- Untaxed (28 Sept 2021)
- Recorded Mileage
- 68,828 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
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HV58 HUO Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 26/04/2019
- 68,828 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HV58 HUO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda Rx-8 (HV58 HUO) between June 2011 and April 2019.
The record contains 9 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
HV58 HUO Mileage History
- 22/06/201124,736 mi
- 17/05/201226,131 mi+1,395 mi
- 28/08/201331,242 mi+5,111 mi
- 26/08/201446,073 mi+14,831 mi
- 27/08/201550,992 mi+4,919 mi
- 03/03/201654,766 mi+3,774 mi
- 10/03/201759,786 mi+5,020 mi
- 04/04/201865,286 mi+5,500 mi
- 26/04/201968,828 mi+3,542 mi
Average of roughly 5,621 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda RX-8
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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