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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Mazda RX8. Check any RX8 by registration number below.

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84.2%

Avg Pass Rate

+0.9%

vs Mazda Avg

2

Year Ranges

Good

Reliability

Mazda RX8 — MOT Reliability Overview

The Mazda RX8 has an average MOT pass rate of 84.2%, which is 0.9 percentage points above the Mazda brand average of 83.3%. This is a strong result, indicating that the RX8 is well-engineered and tends to age well mechanically. Owners can expect fewer surprises at MOT time.

Before buying a used Mazda RX8, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Mazda RX8 performs at MOT across different model years.

2004

Based on 31 vehicles

83.9%Good
Mazda average: 83.3%
Retest Rate

17.6%

0

Based on 45 vehicles

84.4%Good
Mazda average: 83.3%
Mileage at 5yr

57k mi

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front

3.2%

Front Nearside Upper

3.2%

Rear Nearside

3.2%

Other Mazda Models

Compare MOT reliability across Mazda models.

Mazda Mx-30 Se-l Lux Ev

93.1% pass rate

Mazda 2 Se-l

100.0% pass rate

Mazda MPV

54.1% pass rate

Mazda E Series

65.9% pass rate

Mazda Premacy

88.7% pass rate

Mazda 5

73.3% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Mazda RX8

Mazda RX8 — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Mazda RX8 MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda RX8?
The average MOT pass rate for the Mazda RX8 is 84.2% compared to the Mazda average of 83.3%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mazda RX8?
Check the detailed breakdown on this page for specific failure data by year range.
Is the Mazda RX8 reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 84.2%, the Mazda RX8 is rated as "Good" for reliability. This is a strong result suggesting good build quality and fewer common defects.
How do I check the MOT history of a Mazda RX8?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Mazda RX8?
Typical mileage for the Mazda RX8: 57,264 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used RX8 to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

Check Your Mazda RX8's MOT History

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