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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,616 cc

L8 SYNMOT history

L8 SYN is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 28 Apr 2006. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 61,644 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
61,644 mi
At MOT on 11 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 SYN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Apr 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 SYN was last recorded at 61,644 miles on 11 Sept 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Aug 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Apr 2011: 20,432 miles, lower than 48,278 miles on 23 Apr 2010.

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
61,587 miles · 31 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
2,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,644 miles
  • 2025 – 55,953 miles
  • 2020 – 48,573 miles
  • 2019 – 48,119 miles
  • 2018 – 45,507 miles
  • 2017 – 42,121 miles
  • 2016 – 37,526 miles
  • 2015 – 28,489 miles
  • 2014 – 26,891 miles
  • 2013 – 25,096 miles
  • 2012 – 23,614 miles
  • 2011 – 20,432 miles
  • 2010 – 48,278 miles
  • 2009 – 12,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,644 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

  • Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 21 Apr 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,644 miles (+57)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    61,644 miles
    Test number
    643535837264
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail61,587 miles (+5,634)1 dangerous3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,587 miles
    Test number
    948713858771
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryGeneral underbody corrosion

  3. Pass55,953 miles (+14)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    55,953 miles
    Test number
    877537141601
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  4. Fail55,939 miles (+7,366)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,939 miles
    Test number
    588901005479
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting both sides (6.1.6 (i) (i))

  5. Pass48,573 miles (+454)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    48,573 miles
    Test number
    527541406907

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass48,119 miles (+2,612)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    48,119 miles
    Test number
    254869697064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,507 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    45,507 miles
    Test number
    220252044302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass42,121 miles (+4,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    42,121 miles
    Test number
    390953077331
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn close to legal limit

  9. Pass37,526 miles (+9,037)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    37,526 miles
    Test number
    661004236192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass28,489 miles (+109)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    28,489 miles
    Test number
    566061345103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass28,380 miles (+1,489)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    28,380 miles
    Test number
    305404485092
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  12. Pass26,891 miles (+1,795)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    26,891 miles
    Test number
    908543494071
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  13. Pass25,096 miles (+1,482)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    25,096 miles
    Test number
    696725213144
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass23,614 miles (+3,182)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    23,614 miles
    Test number
    957546412111
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass20,432 miles (-27,846)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    20,432 miles
    Test number
    466529701141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass48,278 miles (+32,390)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    48,278 miles
    Test number
    380773810188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail15,888 miles (+3,692)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,888 miles
    Test number
    521656500149
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass12,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    12,196 miles
    Test number
    670581619146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 SYN

Does L8 SYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 SYN is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 SYN?
The MOT on L8 SYN is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 SYN done?
L8 SYN was recorded at 61,644 miles at its MOT on 11 Sept 2026, an average of 2,843 miles a year.
Has L8 SYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 SYN has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on L8 SYN ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Apr 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L8 SYN find?
L8 SYN passed its latest MOT on 11 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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