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DY05 EZK

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2019
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

102,122 mi
Last recorded102,122 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2020
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY05 EZK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Fail 7 Feb 2020 102,122 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 26 Jun 2018 90,620 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

all steering & suspension components slightly corroded

covers & shields fitted

slight oil leak

Pass 25 Jan 2017 88,648 miles

Front discs and pads approx 80% worn

Oil leak engine leaking oil ()

Rear discs and pads approx 80% worn

Fail 25 Jan 2017 88,648 miles

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

Front discs and pads approx 80% worn

Oil leak engine leaking oil ()

Rear discs and pads approx 80% worn

Pass 29 Jan 2016 82,535 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 78,917 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2014 72,394 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 67,901 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 59,629 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2010 56,242 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2009 48,445 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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DY05 EZK is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DY05 EZK, 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 DY05 EZK registered?

DY05 EZK is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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