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DS05 LLO

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2015
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

59,262 mi
Last recorded59,262 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2014
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 LLO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2014 59,262 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 54,478 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 48,744 miles

o/s/r anti-roll bar drop-link worn

rear exhaust clamp heavily corroded

slight rear brake bind

Pass 26 Aug 2011 43,796 miles

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

front discs worn

Pass 26 Aug 2010 33,415 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 26,453 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 17,626 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 17,626 miles

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

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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DS05 LLO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 DS05 LLO, 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 21 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 DS05 LLO registered?

DS05 LLO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 7 July 2005.

Is DS05 LLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS05 LLO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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