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D4 RXB

2003 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

48,070 mi
Last recorded48,070 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 RXB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 48,070 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 May 2025 47,673 miles
Pass 11 May 2024 47,033 miles
Fail 11 May 2024 47,029 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 44,532 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Apr 2022 43,938 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 43,380 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2019 41,907 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 40,412 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 39,887 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2017 39,886 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop-link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Drop-link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Wipers smear

Fail 1 Apr 2017 39,562 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Oct 2015 38,859 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 38,063 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 37,362 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 36,738 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 36,134 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 35,089 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 33,012 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2008 30,544 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 24,807 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2006 18,655 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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D4 RXB is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 D4 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 23 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 D4 RXB registered?

D4 RXB is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is D4 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for D4 RXB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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