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BK07 ZXL

2007 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2022
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

67,181 mi
Last recorded67,181 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2021
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK07 ZXL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2021 67,181 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2021 67,163 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jan 2020 63,148 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2018 59,535 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 56,586 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 56,586 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 53,814 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2016 53,814 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Nov 2015 50,161 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 48,856 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2014 48,856 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 31 Dec 2013 46,134 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)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 44,190 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 42,999 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 37,181 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 26,091 miles

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

Fail 24 Mar 2010 26,003 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

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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BK07 ZXL is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 BK07 ZXL, 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 19 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 BK07 ZXL registered?

BK07 ZXL is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 March 2007.

Is BK07 ZXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK07 ZXL shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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