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AE55 XPG

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

75,419 mi
Last recorded75,419 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE55 XPG
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 75,419 miles

Nearside Front tyre low outer edge

Pass 14 Jan 2017 64,208 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 54,838 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2016 54,834 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt front and rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Jan 2014 48,687 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2013 41,598 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 19 Feb 2013 41,596 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 38,125 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2012 38,124 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2010 32,626 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 25,302 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2008 17,452 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)

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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AE55 XPG is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 AE55 XPG, 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 AE55 XPG registered?

AE55 XPG is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 December 2005.

Is AE55 XPG safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE55 XPG shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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