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DV05 XXF

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2014
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,382 mi
Last recorded87,382 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2013
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV05 XXF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2013 87,382 miles

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

front brake disc(s) pitted

rear brake disc(s) pitted

Pass 16 Feb 2012 85,339 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 82,555 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 80,326 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 May 2009 63,100 miles
Fail 21 May 2009 63,100 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 28 May 2008 47,747 miles

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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DV05 XXF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 DV05 XXF, 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 DV05 XXF registered?

DV05 XXF is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is DV05 XXF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV05 XXF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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