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AM53 FKW

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jun 2014
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,272 mi
Last recorded103,272 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2013
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM53 FKW
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2013 103,272 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Jun 2013 103,272 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 98,621 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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AM53 FKW is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 50,944 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 AM53 FKW, 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 22 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 AM53 FKW registered?

AM53 FKW is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AM53 FKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM53 FKW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AM53 FKW have outstanding finance?

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