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DF53 MXK

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

74,817 mi
Last recorded74,817 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF53 MXK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc
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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2016 74,817 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 60,225 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 60,176 miles

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

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

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

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

engine management lamp on

n/s/f outer brake pad anti squeal shim icorrectly fitted ok for mot

n/s/r suspension spring corroded recommend renewal

Pass 2 Aug 2014 48,848 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2013 42,289 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 36,129 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 36,129 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Dec 2010 29,755 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 24,479 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2009 24,479 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 19,337 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 19,268 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Dec 2007 14,194 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 10,828 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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DF53 MXK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 DF53 MXK, 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 DF53 MXK registered?

DF53 MXK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 12 December 2003.

Is DF53 MXK safe to buy?

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