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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

K31 RXBMOT history

K31 RXB is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 7 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 7 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 73,089 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Mar 2027
Mileage
73,089 mi
At MOT on 4 Mar 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K31 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
7 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K31 RXB was last recorded at 73,089 miles on 4 Mar 2026, 409 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Nov 2013: 56,755 miles, lower than 73,338 miles on 13 Oct 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
72,680 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
409 miles
Average per year
2,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,089 miles
  • 2025 – 72,680 miles
  • 2024 – 72,082 miles
  • 2023 – 72,057 miles
  • 2022 – 71,355 miles
  • 2021 – 70,340 miles
  • 2019 – 69,511 miles
  • 2018 – 68,674 miles
  • 2017 – 66,209 miles
  • 2016 – 65,761 miles
  • 2015 – 60,128 miles
  • 2014 – 59,572 miles
  • 2013 – 56,755 miles
  • 2012 – 73,338 miles
  • 2011 – 47,159 miles
  • 2010 – 43,040 miles
  • 2009 – 39,212 miles
  • 2008 – 29,892 miles
  • 2007 – 19,823 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,089 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 17 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,089 miles (+409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    73,089 miles
    Test number
    504143198010
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass72,680 miles (+598)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    72,680 miles
    Test number
    592096264939

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass72,082 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    72,082 miles
    Test number
    913469847401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail72,057 miles (+702)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,057 miles
    Test number
    715386681300
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sills have corrosion which effects overall strength of vehicle. both sides. (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective headlamp faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Pass71,355 miles (+1,015)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    71,355 miles
    Test number
    366448571761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass70,340 miles (+829)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,340 miles
    Test number
    688012359613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,511 miles (+837)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,511 miles
    Test number
    145378450412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,674 miles (+2,465)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,674 miles
    Test number
    378205579435
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass66,209 miles (+448)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    266380891195
    • AdvisoryRear Body has slight corrosion rusty inner sills (6.1.B.2)
  10. Pass65,761 miles (+5,633)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    65,761 miles
    Test number
    872563335871

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,128 miles (+556)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    60,128 miles
    Test number
    985318595014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,572 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    59,572 miles
    Test number
    218762734365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass56,755 miles (-16,583)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    56,755 miles
    Test number
    669144433303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass73,338 miles (+26,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,338 miles
    Test number
    838457782257
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  15. Pass47,159 miles (+4,119)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    518773071292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,040 miles (+3,828)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    43,040 miles
    Test number
    180368680237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,212 miles (+9,320)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    39,212 miles
    Test number
    544745089288
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
  18. Pass29,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,892 miles
    Test number
    242330298243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,892 miles (+10,069)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,892 miles
    Test number
    600650298260
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  20. Pass19,823 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    19,823 miles
    Test number
    122690597207
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre + tread 2mm
    • NoteOther 3 tyres approx 3mm

Questions about K31 RXB

Does K31 RXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K31 RXB is valid until 7 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on K31 RXB?
The MOT on K31 RXB is valid until 7 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K31 RXB done?
K31 RXB was recorded at 73,089 miles at its MOT on 4 Mar 2026, an average of 2,898 miles a year.
Has K31 RXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K31 RXB has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on K31 RXB ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 30 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on K31 RXB find?
K31 RXB passed its latest MOT on 4 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 1 more.

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