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AX53 KNC

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

76,956 mi
Last recorded76,956 miles
Recorded on4 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX53 KNC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jun 2016 76,956 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)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 76,956 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 May 2015 75,973 miles

Nearside Front 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 24 May 2014 72,039 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 68,111 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 61,863 miles

advise that the n/s/r light unit has a build up of moisture in the lens

Pass 30 Mar 2011 54,471 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2009 45,798 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 38,684 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 30,631 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2007 27,410 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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AX53 KNC is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 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 AX53 KNC, 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 AX53 KNC registered?

AX53 KNC is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 January 2004.

Is AX53 KNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AX53 KNC shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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