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Mazda RX-8

Red · Petrol · 2006 · 2,616 cc

X8 GSFMOT history

X8 GSF is a red petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 21 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2020 and it has passed 11 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,260 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2020
Mileage
56,260 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2022
MOT tests
20
11 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 GSF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
21 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2020
Latest MOT test
31 May 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

X8 GSF was last recorded at 56,260 miles on 31 May 2022, 699 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
55,561 miles · 12 Sept 2019
Between the last two tests
699 miles
Average per year
2,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 56,260 miles
  • 2019 – 55,561 miles
  • 2018 – 54,977 miles
  • 2017 – 54,698 miles
  • 2016 – 52,504 miles
  • 2015 – 50,691 miles
  • 2014 – 47,337 miles
  • 2013 – 39,552 miles
  • 2012 – 34,491 miles
  • 2011 – 26,355 miles
  • 2010 – 25,173 miles
  • 2009 – 21,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail56,260 miles
  • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))
  • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryO/s & n/s inner sills corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings corroded

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.

  • Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail56,260 miles (+699)12 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,260 miles
    Test number
    942008974308
    • MajorBrake hydraulic reservoir cap missing (1.1.10 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s & n/s inner sills corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear shocker casings corroded

  2. Pass55,561 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    526841026329
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff turning to right.

  3. Fail55,561 miles (+584)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,561 miles
    Test number
    924330443958
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff turning to right.

  4. Pass54,977 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    554526296769
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff to turn one way.

  5. Fail54,977 miles (+279)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,977 miles
    Test number
    580919467632
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake has low reading.
    • AdvisorySteering slightly stiff to turn one way.

  6. Pass54,698 miles (+9)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,698 miles
    Test number
    287551268631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake efficiency just met.
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight turning to right. (2.2.D.1)

  7. Fail54,689 miles (+2,185)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,689 miles
    Test number
    195234232704
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake efficiency just met.
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight turning to right. (2.2.D.1)

  8. Pass52,504 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    52,504 miles
    Test number
    349615424923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  9. Fail52,504 miles (+1,813)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,504 miles
    Test number
    378881746235
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust clamp broken
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  10. Fail50,691 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,691 miles
    Test number
    805646975152
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  11. Pass50,691 miles (+3,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    50,691 miles
    Test number
    889666575116
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

  12. Pass47,337 miles (+7,785)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    47,337 miles
    Test number
    508452464118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass39,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    905443083163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail39,552 miles (+5,061)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,552 miles
    Test number
    179332083161
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass34,491 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,491 miles
    Test number
    238894282422
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail34,491 miles (+8,136)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,491 miles
    Test number
    595541782110
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass26,355 miles (+1,182)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,355 miles
    Test number
    545112281113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    25,173 miles
    Test number
    664258340321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail25,173 miles (+3,615)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,173 miles
    Test number
    293648540359
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  20. Pass21,558 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    21,558 miles
    Test number
    632008129359
    • 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)

Questions about X8 GSF

Does X8 GSF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X8 GSF expired on 11 Sept 2020, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X8 GSF?
The MOT on X8 GSF expired on 11 Sept 2020. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X8 GSF done?
X8 GSF was recorded at 56,260 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2022, an average of 2,773 miles a year.
Has X8 GSF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 GSF has failed 9 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 May 2022.
Has the mileage on X8 GSF 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 X8 GSF find?
X8 GSF failed its latest MOT on 31 May 2022 with 12 major defects and 8 advisories: brake hydraulic reservoir cap missing; front registration plate missing; nearside front brake hose ferrule excessively corroded, and 17 more.

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