2008 Mazda RX-8 2.6L Petrol · RT08 ARY
2008 Mazda RX-8 (2.6L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 78,626 miles. MOT valid until 19 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA RX-8
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 78,626 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RT08 ARY Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 19/05/2026
- 78,626 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.
RT08 ARY 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 (RT08 ARY) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 19 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.
RT08 ARY Mileage History
- 21/05/202477,246 mi
- 19/05/202578,074 mi+828 mi
- 19/05/202678,626 mi+552 mi
- 19/05/202678,626 mi
Average of roughly 692 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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