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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

L16 RXBMOT history

L16 RXB is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 19 Apr 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 76,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Aug 2025
Mileage
76,694 mi
At MOT on 31 Aug 2024
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 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
19 Apr 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 RXB was last recorded at 76,694 miles on 31 Aug 2024, 163 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,531 miles · 10 Aug 2018
Between the last two tests
163 miles
Average per year
3,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 76,694 miles
  • 2018 – 76,531 miles
  • 2017 – 74,319 miles
  • 2016 – 74,057 miles
  • 2015 – 72,288 miles
  • 2014 – 69,969 miles
  • 2013 – 66,430 miles
  • 2012 – 58,735 miles
  • 2011 – 53,530 miles
  • 2010 – 39,853 miles
  • 2009 – 35,729 miles
  • 2008 – 29,693 miles
  • 2007 – 20,945 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,694 miles
  • AdvisoryAll suspension components/under side of vehicle slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside & Offside Rear sill ends slightly corroded
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Outer sill covers preventing full inspection of outer sills

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Under body and suspension has surface corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 1 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,694 miles (+163)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    76,694 miles
    Test number
    197566185592
    • AdvisoryAll suspension components/under side of vehicle slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside & Offside Rear sill ends slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass76,531 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    76,531 miles
    Test number
    938015731001
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers preventing full inspection of outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension has surface corrosion

  3. Fail76,531 miles (+2,212)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,531 miles
    Test number
    222809296192
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter sill covers preventing full inspection of outer sills
    • AdvisoryUnder body and suspension has surface corrosion

  4. Pass74,319 miles (+262)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,319 miles
    Test number
    287089348456
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre has slight tears on outer wall
    • AdvisoryN/s rear tyre slightly perished on inner tread
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge very close to cords (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySteering slightly rough

  5. Pass74,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    74,057 miles
    Test number
    143327790501
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  6. Fail74,057 miles (+1,769)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,057 miles
    Test number
    858617740307
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's wearing on inner edge's
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

  7. Pass72,288 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,288 miles
    Test number
    308023935296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,288 miles (+2,319)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,288 miles
    Test number
    199672935212
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

  9. Pass69,969 miles (+3,539)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    69,969 miles
    Test number
    717404834291
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Pass66,430 miles (+332)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    66,430 miles
    Test number
    647437483233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass66,098 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    927087463239
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOSR light cluster has water inside

  12. Fail66,098 miles (+7,363)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,098 miles
    Test number
    349103063472
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOSR light cluster has water inside

  13. Pass58,735 miles (+5,205)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,735 miles
    Test number
    288033272474

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,530 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    987323491181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail53,530 miles (+13,677)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    479153991185
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass39,853 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    362925390142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,853 miles (+142)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,853 miles
    Test number
    390285990166
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass39,711 miles (+3,982)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    39,711 miles
    Test number
    572833310123
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust clamp corroded.

  19. Pass35,729 miles (+6,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,729 miles
    Test number
    600494509131
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass29,693 miles (+8,748)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    29,693 miles
    Test number
    301842918190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s/and o/s/front tyre inner edges low

  21. Pass20,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    20,945 miles
    Test number
    204111827493
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L16 RXB

Does L16 RXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 RXB expired on 30 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 RXB?
The MOT on L16 RXB expired on 30 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 RXB done?
L16 RXB was recorded at 76,694 miles at its MOT on 31 Aug 2024, an average of 3,216 miles a year.
Has L16 RXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 RXB has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on L16 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 L16 RXB find?
L16 RXB passed its latest MOT on 31 Aug 2024 with 5 advisories: all suspension components/under side of vehicle slightly corroded; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside & offside rear sill ends slightly corroded, and 2 more.

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