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CU59 MKZ

2009 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Dec 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,991 mi
Last recorded79,991 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2023
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX-842,179 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU59 MKZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2023 79,991 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 79,906 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 75,467 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 18 Mar 2019 75,460 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Mar 2018 68,179 miles

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 56,683 miles

ENGINE COVERS

UNDERTRAYS FITTED

Pass 12 Nov 2015 512,244 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2015 51,128 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front tyre has a nail

Pass 10 Nov 2014 39,346 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 30,642 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2013 30,642 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 25,324 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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CU59 MKZ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.5% with a typical mileage of 42,179 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 CU59 MKZ, 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 17 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CU59 MKZ registered?

CU59 MKZ is a 2009 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 September 2009.

Is CU59 MKZ safe to buy?

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