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DN06 AFJ

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

59,966 mi
Last recorded59,966 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN06 AFJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Fail 9 Jun 2017 59,966 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front damage to vehicle

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

Pass 18 Jun 2016 54,934 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2016 54,861 miles

Emissions not tested Exhaust blow (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases back box (7.1.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 50,473 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2014 46,135 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 40,064 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 40,061 miles

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

n/s/r tyre close to limit

Pass 18 Jun 2012 35,092 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 29,170 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 21,577 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2010 21,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jul 2009 15,942 miles

n/s and o/s rear tyres close to limit

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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DN06 AFJ is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 DN06 AFJ, 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 20 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 DN06 AFJ registered?

DN06 AFJ is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 April 2006.

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