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DY06 MLX

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Dec 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

104,717 mi
Last recorded104,717 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY06 MLX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2024 104,717 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2023 99,443 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 98,475 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2021 95,843 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2020 94,137 miles

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))

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

Pass 18 Dec 2019 91,029 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2018 85,735 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 79,622 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 75,546 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 Nov 2015 73,503 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2014 70,100 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2014 69,998 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2013 65,807 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2012 62,764 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 59,510 miles

Oil leak

Pass 3 Mar 2010 48,237 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2010 48,237 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 11 Mar 2009 32,486 miles

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

Fail 11 Mar 2009 32,486 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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DY06 MLX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 DY06 MLX, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DY06 MLX registered?

DY06 MLX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 25 March 2006.

Is DY06 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY06 MLX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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