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DA53 GXR

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

104,421 mi
Last recorded104,421 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 GXR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2018 104,421 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Aug 2017 104,081 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 103,940 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 103,576 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 102,603 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 98,795 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 98,706 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2011 98,698 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 88,890 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 84,181 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2007 79,137 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

nearside front tyre slight knick

Pass 24 Oct 2006 65,017 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 24 Oct 2006 65,017 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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DA53 GXR is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 DA53 GXR, 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.

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What year was DA53 GXR registered?

DA53 GXR is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 November 2003.

Is DA53 GXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA53 GXR shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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