2008 Mazda RX-8 2.6L Petrol · EO58 UBD
2008 Mazda RX-8 (2.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Sept 2008. Recorded mileage 62,306 miles. MOT expired on 26 Jan 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA RX-8
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Expired on 26 Jan 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,306 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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EO58 UBD Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 27/01/2024
- 62,306 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
EO58 UBD MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Mazda Rx-8 (EO58 UBD) between December 2021 and January 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 January 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
EO58 UBD Mileage History
- 23/12/202157,917 mi
- 07/01/202359,870 mi+1,953 mi
- 07/01/202359,870 mi
- 27/01/202462,306 mi+2,436 mi
Average of roughly 2,096 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda RX-8
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Ignition Coil Failure and Catalytic Converter DamageModerate
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- Rear Arch and Sill CorrosionSerious
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