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Mazda RX-8

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,616 cc

LB58 BVJMOT history

LB58 BVJ is a black petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 26 Feb 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 100,303 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,303 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB58 BVJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Feb 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB58 BVJ was last recorded at 100,303 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 5,674 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,629 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,674 miles
Average per year
4,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,303 miles
  • 2025 – 94,629 miles
  • 2024 – 93,748 miles
  • 2022 – 92,856 miles
  • 2021 – 90,112 miles
  • 2020 – 88,459 miles
  • 2019 – 81,061 miles
  • 2018 – 73,401 miles
  • 2017 – 63,207 miles
  • 2016 – 56,093 miles
  • 2015 – 49,480 miles
  • 2014 – 43,833 miles
  • 2013 – 39,118 miles
  • 2012 – 30,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,303 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (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.

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

18 tests since 13 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,303 miles (+5,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,303 miles
    Test number
    361289998245
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass94,629 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    94,629 miles
    Test number
    455171312201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail94,629 miles (+881)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,629 miles
    Test number
    562705388912
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass93,748 miles (+17)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    858695401310
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail93,731 miles (+875)1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,731 miles
    Test number
    296714887978
    • DangerousNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Full length of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Full length of inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass92,856 miles (+2,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,856 miles
    Test number
    275640098359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass90,112 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    90,112 miles
    Test number
    335241331159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail90,112 miles (+1,653)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,112 miles
    Test number
    556703379401
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
  9. Pass88,459 miles (+7,398)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    88,459 miles
    Test number
    367703022194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,061 miles (+7,660)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    966761525801
    • AdvisorySlight judder when turning steering wheel
  11. Pass73,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    395886928424
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
  12. Fail73,401 miles (+10,194)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,401 miles
    Test number
    531850377999
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)
  13. Pass63,207 miles (+7,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,207 miles
    Test number
    326707205099
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint Both rear (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass56,093 miles (+6,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    56,093 miles
    Test number
    815844674133
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass49,480 miles (+5,647)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    49,480 miles
    Test number
    665908745015
    • 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)
  16. Pass43,833 miles (+4,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    43,833 miles
    Test number
    398630454033
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  17. Pass39,118 miles (+8,744)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    39,118 miles
    Test number
    405620843028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  18. Pass30,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    30,374 miles
    Test number
    965354842051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB58 BVJ

Does LB58 BVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB58 BVJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB58 BVJ?
The MOT on LB58 BVJ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB58 BVJ done?
LB58 BVJ was recorded at 100,303 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,843 miles a year.
Has LB58 BVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB58 BVJ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LB58 BVJ 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 LB58 BVJ find?
LB58 BVJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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