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Mazda RX-8

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

L40 EOSMOT history

L40 EOS is a grey petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 25 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 70,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
70,635 mi
At MOT on 28 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,448 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 EOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 EOS was last recorded at 70,635 miles on 28 Aug 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,629 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
2,448 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,635 miles
  • 2024 – 65,273 miles
  • 2023 – 63,042 miles
  • 2020 – 62,263 miles
  • 2015 – 59,996 miles
  • 2014 – 54,632 miles
  • 2013 – 51,569 miles
  • 2012 – 47,916 miles
  • 2009 – 47,664 miles
  • 2008 – 30,579 miles
  • 2007 – 24,213 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,635 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

16 tests since 12 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,635 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    70,635 miles
    Test number
    558763613165
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail70,629 miles (+5,356)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,629 miles
    Test number
    656644994915
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass65,273 miles (+2,231)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    65,273 miles
    Test number
    669080533787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass63,042 miles (+779)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    63,042 miles
    Test number
    932264577515
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass62,263 miles (+2,267)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,263 miles
    Test number
    440902936625

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,996 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    59,996 miles
    Test number
    655758145118
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  7. Fail59,996 miles (+5,364)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,996 miles
    Test number
    469917545136
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  8. Pass54,632 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    54,632 miles
    Test number
    228410854402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail54,606 miles (+3,037)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    735149144156
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  10. Pass51,569 miles (+3,653)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    51,569 miles
    Test number
    886573313170
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Pass47,916 miles (+252)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,916 miles
    Test number
    847389432150
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass47,664 miles (+17,085)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    47,664 miles
    Test number
    931372699209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass30,579 miles (+71)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    30,579 miles
    Test number
    573907618251
    • 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)

  14. Fail30,508 miles (+6,295)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,508 miles
    Test number
    823713318277
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass24,213 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    24,213 miles
    Test number
    620586957299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail24,213 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,213 miles
    Test number
    460355357275
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Questions about L40 EOS

Does L40 EOS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 EOS is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 EOS?
The MOT on L40 EOS is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 EOS done?
L40 EOS was recorded at 70,635 miles at its MOT on 28 Aug 2026, an average of 2,448 miles a year.
Has L40 EOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 EOS has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 EOS 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 L40 EOS find?
L40 EOS passed its latest MOT on 28 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill.

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