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BO55 RXB

2005 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

58,943 mi
Last recorded58,943 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2024
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBO55 RXB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2024 58,943 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 58,626 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Nov 2022 58,185 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 57,521 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 57,085 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2019 55,612 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2018 53,694 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2017 49,498 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 43,661 miles

n/s/f indicator lense damaged/temp repair

Pass 7 Jan 2015 39,146 miles

front discs worn and corroded

front pads low

Pass 12 Dec 2013 33,276 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 27,645 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2011 25,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 25,751 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Dec 2010 22,153 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2010 22,153 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Fail 5 Dec 2009 18,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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 5 Dec 2009 18,001 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 24 Nov 2008 12,791 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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BO55 RXB is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 BO55 RXB, 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 BO55 RXB registered?

BO55 RXB is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 December 2005.

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The MOT history for BO55 RXB shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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