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A20 PPJ

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

38,605 mi
Last recorded38,605 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA20 PPJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2017 38,605 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 38,248 miles
Pass 12 May 2015 36,865 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 35,743 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

n/s/r brake pipe slightly corroded

Pass 23 Oct 2012 35,219 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 34,386 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Oct 2011 34,386 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 33,053 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 31,797 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 30,144 miles

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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A20 PPJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 A20 PPJ, 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 A20 PPJ registered?

A20 PPJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 September 2005.

Is A20 PPJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for A20 PPJ shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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