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Mazda RX-8

Green · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

T44 RXBMOT history

T44 RXB is a green petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 83,912 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Dec 2024
Mileage
83,912 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2023
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,745 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T44 RXB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
1 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T44 RXB was last recorded at 83,912 miles on 21 Dec 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,912 miles · 19 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,745 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 83,912 miles
  • 2022 – 82,377 miles
  • 2020 – 76,336 miles
  • 2019 – 68,772 miles
  • 2018 – 65,759 miles
  • 2017 – 62,646 miles
  • 2016 – 59,738 miles
  • 2015 – 48,737 miles
  • 2014 – 46,080 miles
  • 2013 – 44,121 miles
  • 2012 – 42,510 miles
  • 2011 – 41,260 miles
  • 2010 – 39,225 miles
  • 2009 – 34,809 miles
  • 2008 – 27,399 miles
  • 2007 – 22,697 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,912 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 16 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,912 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    760420133172
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail83,912 miles (+1,535)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    891829432079
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing in window (0.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass82,377 miles (+6,041)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    82,377 miles
    Test number
    625220637160
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass76,336 miles (+7,564)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    76,336 miles
    Test number
    351990059319
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass68,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    68,772 miles
    Test number
    889742335959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,772 miles (+3,013)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,772 miles
    Test number
    740395074689
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass65,759 miles (+3,113)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    65,759 miles
    Test number
    326135665375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass62,646 miles (+2,908)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    62,646 miles
    Test number
    174692014473
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approx. 3/4 worn (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass59,738 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,738 miles
    Test number
    345401329890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail59,625 miles (+10,888)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,625 miles
    Test number
    184419140930
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  11. Pass48,737 miles (+2,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    48,737 miles
    Test number
    112610338863
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass46,080 miles (+28)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,080 miles
    Test number
    718448504324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  13. Fail46,052 miles (+1,931)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,052 miles
    Test number
    757105604384
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front brake binding slightly
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  14. Pass44,121 miles (+1,611)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    44,121 miles
    Test number
    426999393288
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass42,510 miles (+1,250)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,510 miles
    Test number
    225541212329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass41,260 miles (+2,035)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,260 miles
    Test number
    219183521390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,225 miles (+4,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    39,225 miles
    Test number
    260436190290
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe clamp deteriorated

  18. Pass34,809 miles (+1,388)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    34,809 miles
    Test number
    484812529353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,421 miles (+7)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,421 miles
    Test number
    710008439255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall

  20. Fail33,414 miles (+6,015)3 dangerous2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,414 miles
    Test number
    580706839257
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has a cut in sidewall

  21. Pass27,399 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    27,399 miles
    Test number
    843251348248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail27,394 miles (+4,697)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,394 miles
    Test number
    614869138239
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass22,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,697 miles
    Test number
    431038827224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T44 RXB

Does T44 RXB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T44 RXB expired on 20 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T44 RXB?
The MOT on T44 RXB expired on 20 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T44 RXB done?
T44 RXB was recorded at 83,912 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2023, an average of 3,745 miles a year.
Has T44 RXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T44 RXB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T44 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 T44 RXB find?
T44 RXB passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light.

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