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Mazda RX-8

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,616 cc

T23 RXBMOT history

T23 RXB is a grey petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 26 Sept 2007. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 145,713 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2026
Mileage
145,713 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T23 RXB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

T23 RXB was last recorded at 145,713 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 2,512 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,201 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,512 miles
Average per year
6,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,713 miles
  • 2025 – 143,201 miles
  • 2023 – 137,915 miles
  • 2022 – 133,871 miles
  • 2021 – 130,358 miles
  • 2020 – 128,104 miles
  • 2019 – 125,084 miles
  • 2018 – 118,812 miles
  • 2017 – 112,180 miles
  • 2016 – 104,036 miles
  • 2015 – 93,034 miles
  • 2014 – 82,524 miles
  • 2013 – 71,934 miles
  • 2012 – 61,849 miles
  • 2011 – 51,681 miles
  • 2010 – 40,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail145,713 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

What MOT failures 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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads.

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front disc brakes have a lip on the outer edges indicating some wear.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen.

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Sept 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail145,713 miles (+2,512)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,713 miles
    Test number
    394358497853
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all over (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass143,201 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    143,201 miles
    Test number
    501512157559
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail143,201 miles (+5,286)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,201 miles
    Test number
    460958954150
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass137,915 miles (+4,044)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    137,915 miles
    Test number
    338952364296
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorber bump stops deteriorating.
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses opaque but pattern still visible.
    • AdvisoryCentral exhaust heat shield deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryDrivers seat back and forth movement adjuster button sticks but still operates.
    • AdvisoryHorn quieter than usual but still audible.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass133,871 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,871 miles
    Test number
    277986405552
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail133,871 miles (+3,513)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,871 miles
    Test number
    472732622717
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Nut for track rod loose (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass130,358 miles (+82)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    130,358 miles
    Test number
    670618577320
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow from front
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen stone chip driver view

  8. Fail130,276 miles (+2,172)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,276 miles
    Test number
    808887655667
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust blow from front
    • AdvisoryFront windscreen stone chip driver view

  9. Pass128,104 miles (+20)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    128,104 miles
    Test number
    199324108265
    • MinorFront Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front outer lenses faded. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers smear. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front disc brakes have a lip on the outer edges indicating some wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting oil. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc brakes pitted and corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail128,084 miles (+3,000)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,084 miles
    Test number
    796293761419
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative Front headlight level sensor arm broken. (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Outer Headlamp lens slightly defective Both front outer lenses faded. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both front wipers smear. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front disc brakes have a lip on the outer edges indicating some wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Misting oil. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear disc brakes pitted and corroded. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass125,084 miles (+6,272)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    125,084 miles
    Test number
    406503761871
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides headlight lenses faded. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides front disc brakes have a lip on the outer edges indicating some wear. (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged Outer tyre sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Shock misting oil. (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Shock misting oil. (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass118,812 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    118,812 miles
    Test number
    854570386543
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav mount.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust clamp corroded / missing. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Couple of cuts to the centre of the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides rear brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread unevenly worn on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail118,812 miles (+6,632)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,812 miles
    Test number
    508698024635
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative Hazard light switch missing. (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in the windscreen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test Sat Nav mount.
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Lower Exhaust mounting defective Rear exhaust clamp corroded / missing. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides front brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall damage. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Couple of cuts to the centre of the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides rear brake pads. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread unevenly worn on the inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass112,180 miles (+8,144)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    112,180 miles
    Test number
    799149760253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer clamp badly corroded.
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow from manifold area.

  15. Pass104,036 miles (+11,002)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,036 miles
    Test number
    377820293847
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  16. Pass93,034 miles (+10,510)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    93,034 miles
    Test number
    752230954908
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake discs slightly pitted.
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass82,524 miles (+39)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,524 miles
    Test number
    418286184257
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail82,485 miles (+10,551)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,485 miles
    Test number
    696542584201
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Fail71,934 miles1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,934 miles
    Test number
    175007573287
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads low 2mm
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  20. Pass71,934 miles (+10,085)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,934 miles
    Test number
    557407373272
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre treads low 2mm
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded

  21. Pass61,849 miles (+10,168)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    61,849 miles
    Test number
    396013382285
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass51,681 miles (+11,484)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    51,681 miles
    Test number
    258702561219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNumber plate letters and figures are not the correct font however are not too disimilar to fail.

  23. Pass40,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    484144340222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T23 RXB

Does T23 RXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T23 RXB expired on 3 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T23 RXB?
The MOT on T23 RXB expired on 3 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T23 RXB done?
T23 RXB was recorded at 145,713 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 6,585 miles a year.
Has T23 RXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T23 RXB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T23 RXB 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 T23 RXB find?
T23 RXB failed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 5 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; nearside rear outer vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill; offside front inner vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill, and 5 more.

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