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A8 XTS

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

82,359 mi
Last recorded82,359 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 XTS
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2015 82,359 miles
Pass 19 May 2014 80,477 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 77,698 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2012 77,698 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 Nov 2011 70,385 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Sill and under floor covers fitted.

Fail 29 Oct 2011 70,269 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Sill and under floor covers fitted.

Pass 10 Nov 2010 60,353 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2010 60,351 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2009 47,208 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 18 Nov 2008 32,679 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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A8 XTS is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A8 XTS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A8 XTS registered?

A8 XTS is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is A8 XTS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 XTS shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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