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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2004 · 1,308 cc

LB04 YXLMOT history

LB04 YXL is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 5 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 88,233 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jul 2027
Mileage
88,233 mi
At MOT on 4 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,869 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 YXL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,308 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 YXL was last recorded at 88,233 miles on 4 Jul 2026, 121 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
88,112 miles · 27 May 2026
Between the last two tests
121 miles
Average per year
3,869 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,233 miles
  • 2025 – 83,069 miles
  • 2024 – 78,803 miles
  • 2023 – 73,517 miles
  • 2022 – 69,129 miles
  • 2021 – 65,737 miles
  • 2020 – 62,139 miles
  • 2019 – 57,973 miles
  • 2014 – 57,964 miles
  • 2013 – 54,936 miles
  • 2012 – 49,184 miles
  • 2011 – 42,791 miles
  • 2010 – 35,723 miles
  • 2009 – 27,682 miles
  • 2008 – 21,937 miles
  • 2007 – 14,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,233 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,233 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    88,233 miles
    Test number
    452796189810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail88,112 miles (+5,043)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,112 miles
    Test number
    988428147036
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass83,069 miles (+4,266)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,069 miles
    Test number
    523753186811
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside sill corroded

  4. Pass78,803 miles (+5,286)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    78,803 miles
    Test number
    180179401072
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.71 mm require replacement soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at 1.69 mm requires replacing very soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  5. Pass73,517 miles (+4,388)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2024
    Odometer
    73,517 miles
    Test number
    893673360267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin roughly 1500 miles left (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass69,129 miles (+3,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2023
    Odometer
    69,129 miles
    Test number
    750388809802
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass65,737 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2022
    Odometer
    65,737 miles
    Test number
    865424459799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,139 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2021
    Odometer
    62,139 miles
    Test number
    975109252916
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slight y worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge slightly worn on inner and outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail62,129 miles (+4,156)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,129 miles
    Test number
    986069579258
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault AIR BAG LIGHT (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass57,973 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    57,973 miles
    Test number
    495506487075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass57,964 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,964 miles
    Test number
    768437314285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass54,936 miles (+5,752)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    54,936 miles
    Test number
    355249983158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,184 miles (+6,393)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,184 miles
    Test number
    879468792150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass42,791 miles (+7,068)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,791 miles
    Test number
    525295781190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,723 miles (+8,041)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    293932780441
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteWater ingress offside rear lamp unit

  16. Pass27,682 miles (+5,745)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,682 miles
    Test number
    550877379102
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass21,937 miles (+7,303)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    21,937 miles
    Test number
    441015888159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass14,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,634 miles
    Test number
    904087877183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 YXL

Does LB04 YXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 YXL is valid until 3 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 YXL?
The MOT on LB04 YXL is valid until 3 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 YXL done?
LB04 YXL was recorded at 88,233 miles at its MOT on 4 Jul 2026, an average of 3,869 miles a year.
Has LB04 YXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 YXL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB04 YXL 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 LB04 YXL find?
LB04 YXL passed its latest MOT on 4 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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