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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2010 · 2,616 cc

L22 RUFMOT history

L22 RUF is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 26 Mar 2010. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2025 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 76,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2025
Mileage
76,545 mi
At MOT on 20 Sept 2024
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L22 RUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
26 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L22 RUF was last recorded at 76,545 miles on 20 Sept 2024, 223 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,322 miles · 30 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
223 miles
Average per year
4,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 76,545 miles
  • 2023 – 76,322 miles
  • 2022 – 74,126 miles
  • 2021 – 67,737 miles
  • 2020 – 67,079 miles
  • 2019 – 64,663 miles
  • 2018 – 62,072 miles
  • 2017 – 58,332 miles
  • 2016 – 51,936 miles
  • 2015 – 41,925 miles
  • 2014 – 34,888 miles
  • 2013 – 28,118 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,545 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Feb 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,545 miles (+223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    76,545 miles
    Test number
    662786051878
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass76,322 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    914584198384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass74,126 miles (+291)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    74,126 miles
    Test number
    844060058719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail73,835 miles (+6,098)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,835 miles
    Test number
    130802603320
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  5. Pass67,737 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,737 miles
    Test number
    130595773709
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail67,651 miles (+572)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,651 miles
    Test number
    292840994229
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass67,079 miles (+2,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    67,079 miles
    Test number
    980753520342
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass64,663 miles (+2,591)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    64,663 miles
    Test number
    728062700514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,072 miles (+3,740)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    62,072 miles
    Test number
    699401104714
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass58,332 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    58,332 miles
    Test number
    789458816646
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail58,332 miles (+6,396)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,332 miles
    Test number
    849026710814
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  12. Pass51,936 miles (+10,011)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    51,936 miles
    Test number
    365877470894
    • AdvisoryNail in edge of nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn to 2mm and 3mm and stepping on inner edges
    • AdvisoryWindscreen chipped

  13. Pass41,925 miles (+135)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,925 miles
    Test number
    385867555080
    • NoteDamp in offside rear light unit
    • NoteWindscreen chipped, not affecting view of road

  14. Fail41,790 miles (+6,902)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,790 miles
    Test number
    539241455008
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • NoteDamp in offside rear light unit
    • NoteWindscreen chipped, not affecting view of road

  15. Pass34,888 miles (+6,770)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    34,888 miles
    Test number
    136009154418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)

  16. Pass28,118 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    28,118 miles
    Test number
    188277443431
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about L22 RUF

Does L22 RUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L22 RUF expired on 19 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L22 RUF?
The MOT on L22 RUF expired on 19 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L22 RUF done?
L22 RUF was recorded at 76,545 miles at its MOT on 20 Sept 2024, an average of 4,178 miles a year.
Has L22 RUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L22 RUF has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L22 RUF 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 L22 RUF find?
L22 RUF passed its latest MOT on 20 Sept 2024 with 2 advisories: exhaust noisy; front oil leak, but not excessive.

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