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DA53 PMO

2003 Mazda RX-8

Multi-colour Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,896 mi
Last recorded78,896 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA53 PMO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourMulti-colour
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 78,896 miles

Underside corrosion

Pass 30 Aug 2024 78,770 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 25 Aug 2023 78,319 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 10 Aug 2022 76,420 miles

Idle speed slightly high

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Corrosion to outer sills

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Fail 10 Aug 2022 76,420 miles

Corrosion to outer sills

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

Idle speed slightly high

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

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Rear Brake binding slightly

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 76,067 miles

Engine hunts slightly at idle

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front brake binding slightly

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2020 75,180 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

no rear seats fitted

Pass 26 Jun 2019 74,436 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2013 74,019 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2012 72,183 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 72,183 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2011

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jul 2011
Pass 12 Nov 2010 64,221 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2008 54,421 miles

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

Fail 30 Oct 2008 54,421 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2007 41,610 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 38,008 miles

nearside rear side light "LED"

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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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DA53 PMO is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Multi-colour with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PMO, 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 PMO registered?

DA53 PMO is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 October 2003.

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