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DP04 WED

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,012 mi
Last recorded92,012 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDP04 WED
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 92,012 miles

both rear tyres near legal limmits

unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

Fail 6 Aug 2016 91,976 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

both rear tyres near legal limmits

unable to check outer sills fully due to sill covers

Pass 5 Aug 2015 85,379 miles

1.under sides of sills not fully tested due to plastic covers fitted 2,front brake pads worn to limit

Pass 16 Jul 2014 75,379 miles

1. Nearside front tyre wearing low on inside edge. 2. Offside front tyre worn to legal limits on inisde edges.

Pass 15 Jul 2013 65,215 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2012 60,922 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2012 60,921 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2011 59,524 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 55,983 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 48,672 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2008 38,894 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 28,499 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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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DP04 WED is a 2004 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 83.3%.

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 DP04 WED, 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 DP04 WED registered?

DP04 WED is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 9 June 2004.

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