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Mazda RX-8

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,616 cc

X8 NDLMOT history

X8 NDL is a black petrol Mazda RX-8 first used on 5 Jan 2004. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 69,335 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
69,335 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
2,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X8 NDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Mazda
Model
RX-8
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,616 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X8 NDL was last recorded at 69,335 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 2,030 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,305 miles · 30 Jan 2019
Between the last two tests
2,030 miles
Average per year
2,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,335 miles
  • 2019 – 67,305 miles
  • 2018 – 66,691 miles
  • 2017 – 65,816 miles
  • 2016 – 64,645 miles
  • 2015 – 60,683 miles
  • 2014 – 56,547 miles
  • 2013 – 53,225 miles
  • 2011 – 51,129 miles
  • 2010 – 48,874 miles
  • 2009 – 42,258 miles
  • 2008 – 36,769 miles
  • 2007 – 33,338 miles
  • 2006 – 28,517 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,335 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • The n/s/r light lense LED's are dim.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2006–2015

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2010

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,335 miles (+2,030)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    69,335 miles
    Test number
    541150126443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass67,305 miles (+614)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,305 miles
    Test number
    347351134522
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer side wall

  3. Pass66,691 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    66,691 miles
    Test number
    618840111226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  4. Fail66,691 miles (+875)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,691 miles
    Test number
    368562225412
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  5. Pass65,816 miles (+1,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    65,816 miles
    Test number
    163100437016
    • AdvisoryTyres feathering on the inner edges,advise alignment check

  6. Pass64,645 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,645 miles
    Test number
    269640163489
    • AdvisoryThe n/s/r light lense LED's are dim.

  7. Fail64,623 miles (+3,940)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,623 miles
    Test number
    752848167888
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryThe n/s/r light lense LED's are dim.

  8. Pass60,683 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    60,683 miles
    Test number
    128750035452
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail60,658 miles (+4,111)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,658 miles
    Test number
    118777625480
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass56,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    56,547 miles
    Test number
    895268224015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail56,547 miles (+3,322)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,547 miles
    Test number
    177164224464
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  12. Pass53,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    176157033429
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail53,225 miles (+2,096)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,225 miles
    Test number
    617736033079
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass51,129 miles (+2,255)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    51,129 miles
    Test number
    429817341333
    • NoteBoth front wipers torn on edges, but still clear screen ok

  15. Pass48,874 miles (+6,616)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    48,874 miles
    Test number
    991394460313
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteAll tyres getting low
    • NoteN.s.r light water ingress

  16. Pass42,258 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    42,258 miles
    Test number
    192374569318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail42,258 miles (+5,489)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,258 miles
    Test number
    633613769354
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

  18. Pass36,769 miles (+3,431)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    36,769 miles
    Test number
    363335168343
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass33,338 miles (+4,821)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    33,338 miles
    Test number
    650845867386
    • 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)

  20. Pass28,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    28,517 miles
    Test number
    920593766395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail28,517 miles4 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,517 miles
    Test number
    910263266300
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in n.s.r tyre

Questions about X8 NDL

Does X8 NDL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X8 NDL is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X8 NDL?
The MOT on X8 NDL is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X8 NDL done?
X8 NDL was recorded at 69,335 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 2,072 miles a year.
Has X8 NDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X8 NDL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on X8 NDL 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 NDL find?
X8 NDL passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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