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DV55 DWP

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

60,637 mi
Last recorded60,637 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV55 DWP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2015 60,637 miles

all tyres close to legal limit

engine fault light is on

rear fog light loose

Pass 30 Oct 2014 55,091 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 55,091 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Oct 2013 51,276 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 43,557 miles

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

Fail 5 Jul 2012 43,557 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2011 36,207 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 24,145 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2010 24,145 miles

Nearside Front Trailing arm fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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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DV55 DWP is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 DV55 DWP, 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 DV55 DWP registered?

DV55 DWP is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is DV55 DWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for DV55 DWP shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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