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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

F9 RXBMOT history

F9 RXB is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 28 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Nov 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 76,989 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Nov 2026
Mileage
76,989 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,319 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F9 RXB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
28 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

F9 RXB was last recorded at 76,989 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 9,591 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,398 miles · 3 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
9,591 miles
Average per year
3,319 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 76,989 miles
  • 2024 – 67,398 miles
  • 2022 – 61,986 miles
  • 2021 – 60,555 miles
  • 2019 – 57,272 miles
  • 2018 – 55,266 miles
  • 2017 – 49,343 miles
  • 2016 – 45,623 miles
  • 2015 – 42,217 miles
  • 2014 – 39,667 miles
  • 2013 – 36,152 miles
  • 2012 – 33,098 miles
  • 2011 – 29,219 miles
  • 2010 – 25,997 miles
  • 2009 – 22,988 miles
  • 2008 – 19,580 miles
  • 2007 – 15,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,989 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 25 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,989 miles (+9,591)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    76,989 miles
    Test number
    948614759724

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,398 miles (+5,412)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    67,398 miles
    Test number
    522049358905
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass61,986 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    833677612449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail61,986 miles (+24)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,986 miles
    Test number
    921934221917
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  5. Fail61,962 miles (+1,407)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,962 miles
    Test number
    865266358982
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill section (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all suspension arm bushes starting to crack (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded

  6. Pass60,555 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,555 miles
    Test number
    401884926196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail60,555 miles (+169)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,555 miles
    Test number
    423081604905
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail60,386 miles (+3,114)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,386 miles
    Test number
    381115632985
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass57,272 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    57,272 miles
    Test number
    617482927666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,271 miles (+2,005)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,271 miles
    Test number
    445495029800
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass55,266 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    273078378205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail55,266 miles (+5,923)3 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,266 miles
    Test number
    905738994756
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass49,343 miles (+3,720)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    49,343 miles
    Test number
    806870040429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front nail in tyre and wearing thin on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing thin on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass45,623 miles (+3,406)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    45,623 miles
    Test number
    818562792389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass42,217 miles (+13)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,217 miles
    Test number
    318750745196
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteVehicle waxoiled

  16. Fail42,204 miles (+2,537)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,204 miles
    Test number
    829759335148
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteVehicle waxoiled

  17. Pass39,667 miles (+3,515)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    39,667 miles
    Test number
    238613744473
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteBoth front tyres cracking in tread
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnder vehicle corrosion

  18. Pass36,152 miles (+26)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    36,152 miles
    Test number
    169976633189
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light out
    • NoteSlight corrosion on underside of car

  19. Fail36,126 miles (+3,028)3 failures5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,126 miles
    Test number
    136144633106
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteHigh level brake light out
    • NoteSlight corrosion on underside of car

  20. Pass33,098 miles (+3,879)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,098 miles
    Test number
    285163152474
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres cracking

  21. Fail29,219 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,219 miles
    Test number
    217953751437
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass29,219 miles (+3,222)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    29,219 miles
    Test number
    779733351104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass25,997 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    25,997 miles
    Test number
    361118140159
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail25,997 miles (+3,009)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,997 miles
    Test number
    990918740128
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass22,988 miles (+3,408)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,988 miles
    Test number
    613597749159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass19,580 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    19,580 miles
    Test number
    273836558405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail19,580 miles (+4,019)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,580 miles
    Test number
    933165358119
    • FailureNearside Front Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

  28. Pass15,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2008
    Odometer
    15,561 miles
    Test number
    831885447121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about F9 RXB

Does F9 RXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F9 RXB is valid until 25 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on F9 RXB?
The MOT on F9 RXB is valid until 25 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F9 RXB done?
F9 RXB was recorded at 76,989 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 3,319 miles a year.
Has F9 RXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F9 RXB has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on F9 RXB ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on F9 RXB find?
F9 RXB passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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