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DX55 UVR

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2015
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

74,365 mi
Last recorded74,365 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2014
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX55 UVR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2014 74,365 miles

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

Fail 24 Nov 2014 74,365 miles

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

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 63,072 miles

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

Fail 10 Dec 2013 63,072 miles

Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

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

Pass 19 Oct 2012 43,280 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2012 43,280 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,160 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 27,517 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2010 27,408 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Oct 2009 24,658 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 20,704 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2008 20,704 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front 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)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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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DX55 UVR is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 DX55 UVR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DX55 UVR?

You can check the full history of DX55 UVR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DX55 UVR registered?

DX55 UVR is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 October 2005.

Is DX55 UVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX55 UVR shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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