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DL04 SCZ

2004 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

85,192 mi
Last recorded85,192 miles
Recorded on17 May 2012
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL04 SCZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 May 2012 85,192 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 71,677 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2011 71,677 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 23 Apr 2010 68,542 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2009 64,709 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 61,896 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 56,785 miles
Fail 15 May 2007 56,785 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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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DL04 SCZ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 50,944 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 DL04 SCZ, 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 22 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 DL04 SCZ registered?

DL04 SCZ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 April 2004.

Is DL04 SCZ safe to buy?

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