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BN55 AYF

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

86,856 mi
Last recorded86,856 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN55 AYF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2016 86,856 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 74,955 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 74,951 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)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Pass 12 May 2013 61,228 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 55,216 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2012 55,216 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 47,867 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2011 47,865 miles

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

approx 2mm left on front brake pads

Pass 3 Feb 2010 29,783 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2010 29,783 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Oct 2008 18,963 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 7 Oct 2008 18,963 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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BN55 AYF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 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 BN55 AYF, 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 BN55 AYF registered?

BN55 AYF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is BN55 AYF safe to buy?

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