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DS05 URU

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

54,665 mi
Last recorded54,665 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS05 URU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 54,665 miles

rear outer sills corroded

Pass 13 Aug 2016 44,943 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2016 44,829 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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)

front tyres have a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure in the sidewalls

Pass 7 Jul 2015 40,209 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2013 39,424 miles

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the seat (5.2.1a)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 39,424 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 35,926 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 33,518 miles

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

Pass 1 Jul 2010 31,487 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 29,300 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 29,300 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2008 25,752 miles

front wiper blades worn

Fail 21 Jul 2008 25,730 miles

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

Offside Front 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)

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

front wiper blades worn

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 URU is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 DS05 URU, 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 URU registered?

DS05 URU is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 27 July 2005.

Is DS05 URU safe to buy?

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