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AK55 XUW

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2011
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

30,817 mi
Last recorded30,817 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2010
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK55 XUW
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2010 30,817 miles

nearside front tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cord

Fail 12 Oct 2010 30,817 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

nearside front tyre has a cut on the outer sidewall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cord

Pass 5 Nov 2009 25,284 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 20,933 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
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AK55 XUW is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 AK55 XUW, 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 AK55 XUW registered?

AK55 XUW is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is AK55 XUW safe to buy?

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