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Mazda RX-8

Blue · Petrol · 2007 · 2,616 cc

S6 HPWMOT history

S6 HPW is a blue petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 27 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 64,497 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2026
Mileage
64,497 mi
At MOT on 24 Jul 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,455 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S6 HPW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
27 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S6 HPW was last recorded at 64,497 miles on 24 Jul 2025, 8,013 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,484 miles · 28 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
8,013 miles
Average per year
3,455 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 64,497 miles
  • 2020 – 56,484 miles
  • 2019 – 46,959 miles
  • 2018 – 45,032 miles
  • 2017 – 36,463 miles
  • 2016 – 35,009 miles
  • 2015 – 31,181 miles
  • 2014 – 27,316 miles
  • 2013 – 23,544 miles
  • 2012 – 20,489 miles
  • 2011 – 17,553 miles
  • 2010 – 13,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,497 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Exhaust heat shield loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 8 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,497 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    186790853247
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Fail64,497 miles (+8,013)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    737499703487
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass56,484 miles (+9,525)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    56,484 miles
    Test number
    821695407297
    • 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))
  4. Pass46,959 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    46,959 miles
    Test number
    541252968594
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • 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))
  5. Fail46,959 miles (+1,927)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,959 miles
    Test number
    287099244018
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • 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))
  6. Pass45,032 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    45,032 miles
    Test number
    892252427027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail45,032 miles (+8,569)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,032 miles
    Test number
    554327564478
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
  8. Pass36,463 miles (+1,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    36,463 miles
    Test number
    657184826933
    • AdvisoryBoth front valve stems deteriorated
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edge and cracking on inner wall
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  9. Pass35,009 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    35,009 miles
    Test number
    212948412627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  10. Fail35,009 miles (+3,828)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,009 miles
    Test number
    685000810075
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Fail31,181 miles (+3,865)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,181 miles
    Test number
    277580815115
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  12. Pass27,316 miles (+3,772)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    27,316 miles
    Test number
    799403114259
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass23,544 miles (+3,055)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    23,544 miles
    Test number
    896164613271
    • NoteO/s/r tyre (cut in inner side wall!)
  14. Pass20,489 miles (+2,936)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    20,489 miles
    Test number
    135171822295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,553 miles (+4,167)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    17,553 miles
    Test number
    698298521370
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to perish
  16. Pass13,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    13,386 miles
    Test number
    384301280232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail13,386 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,386 miles
    Test number
    873171180217
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Questions about S6 HPW

Does S6 HPW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S6 HPW expired on 23 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S6 HPW?
The MOT on S6 HPW expired on 23 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S6 HPW done?
S6 HPW was recorded at 64,497 miles at its MOT on 24 Jul 2025, an average of 3,455 miles a year.
Has S6 HPW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S6 HPW has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on S6 HPW 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 S6 HPW find?
S6 HPW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jul 2025 with 2 advisories: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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