2006 Mazda RX8 2.6L Petrol · VN06 DHD

This 2006 Mazda RX8 has a low annual mileage of around 3,844 miles, which is well below average for its age. While this can suggest light use, it also raises the risk of long periods of standing, which can cause seals to dry out and corrosion to develop on underbody components. The most recent MOT in January 2025 was a pass, but it came immediately after a failure just eight days earlier. The failure was due to a tyre with tread depth below the legal minimum on the nearside rear inner edge. That same tyre was noted as worn close to the limit in the previous year's test, indicating a recurring alignment or suspension geometry issue that is wearing the inner edge prematurely. The mechanical pattern is clear and concerning. Multiple suspension components have been recorded as slightly corroded on every test since 2024, and an oil leak—though described as not excessive—has also been present on every test since then. The corrosion is not yet serious enough to cause a failure, but it is persistent and not improving. The oil leak is also a recurring advisory, which means it is a known issue that has not been resolved. The trend is worsening.