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Mazda RX-8

Orange · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

LX54 VNZMOT history

LX54 VNZ is an orange petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 78,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 12 Aug 2026
Mileage
78,437 mi
At MOT on 13 Aug 2025
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VNZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Orange
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VNZ was last recorded at 78,437 miles on 13 Aug 2025, 1,267 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
77,170 miles · 30 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
1,267 miles
Average per year
3,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 78,437 miles
  • 2024 – 77,170 miles
  • 2023 – 75,336 miles
  • 2019 – 59,645 miles
  • 2017 – 44,835 miles
  • 2013 – 42,785 miles
  • 2012 – 41,929 miles
  • 2011 – 38,342 miles
  • 2010 – 37,338 miles
  • 2008 – 27,209 miles
  • 2007 – 22,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,437 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,437 miles (+1,267)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    78,437 miles
    Test number
    524094796549
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass77,170 miles (+1,834)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    77,170 miles
    Test number
    740559704586
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass75,336 miles (+15,691)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    75,336 miles
    Test number
    132015811880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,645 miles (+14,810)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,645 miles
    Test number
    566742685272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass44,835 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    44,835 miles
    Test number
    958858497328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail44,834 miles (+2,049)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,834 miles
    Test number
    812812942896
    • FailureBattery insecure (1.9.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  7. Pass42,785 miles (+856)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    42,785 miles
    Test number
    865381133350

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass41,929 miles (+3,587)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    41,929 miles
    Test number
    469875852288
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly deteriorated but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass38,342 miles (+1,004)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    349825831296
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail37,338 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,338 miles
    Test number
    504086950256
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteN/s & o/s front tyres worn on inner edges

  11. Pass37,338 miles (+10,129)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    37,338 miles
    Test number
    872376950254
    • NoteN/s & o/s front tyres worn on inner edges

  12. Pass27,209 miles (+4,835)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,209 miles
    Test number
    634598548369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail22,374 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,374 miles
    Test number
    290374357291
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • 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)

  14. Pass22,374 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,374 miles
    Test number
    841174257298
    • 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)

Questions about LX54 VNZ

Does LX54 VNZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VNZ expired on 12 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VNZ?
The MOT on LX54 VNZ expired on 12 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VNZ done?
LX54 VNZ was recorded at 78,437 miles at its MOT on 13 Aug 2025, an average of 3,128 miles a year.
Has LX54 VNZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VNZ has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on LX54 VNZ 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 LX54 VNZ find?
LX54 VNZ passed its latest MOT on 13 Aug 2025 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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