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CU04 YPJ

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,392 mi
Last recorded70,392 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU04 YPJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2015 70,392 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall/ wearing on inner edge

offside rear light cluster condensated but not seriously affecting light output

windscreen cracked but not affecting drivers view of road at time of test

Fail 27 Aug 2015 70,388 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall/ wearing on inner edge

offside rear light cluster condensated but not seriously affecting light output

windscreen cracked but not affecting drivers view of road at time of test

Pass 13 Aug 2014 52,926 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2014 52,920 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Apr 2013 51,464 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 51,464 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 48,627 miles

both front tyres slight wearing + both rear tyres bold on inner edge

Pass 17 Jun 2011 45,248 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 41,972 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 37,604 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 32,736 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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CU04 YPJ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 CU04 YPJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU04 YPJ registered?

CU04 YPJ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 June 2004.

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