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A13 VCF

2005 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2020
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

44,257 mi
Last recorded44,257 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA13 VCF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2019 44,257 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 38,934 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2016 36,949 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 34,474 miles
Pass 30 May 2015 33,835 miles
Fail 16 May 2015 33,815 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 May 2014 32,297 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

under vehicle covered in mud,unable to inspect some components

water in both rear light units

Pass 23 Nov 2012 29,275 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 27,699 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 25,094 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Nov 2009 21,292 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres stepped on inner areas of tread, advise replacement

Pass 24 Nov 2008 18,189 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f and o/s/f tyres heavily stepped on inner areas of tread, advise replacement

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8?

Based on 304,386 MOT tests across 25,254 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,376
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
25,254
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,515
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 8,979
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 8,531
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,088
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 6,762
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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A13 VCF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A13 VCF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A13 VCF registered?

A13 VCF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 25 November 2005.

Is A13 VCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for A13 VCF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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