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DY55 GXH

2005 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

48,359 mi
Last recorded48,359 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY55 GXH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2026 48,359 miles

General surface corrosion observed under vehicle, including subframe, exhaust pipe and exhaust box, suspension and associated components, Corrosion assessed as non-structural at time of inspection.

Pass 20 Jan 2025 47,898 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 47,263 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2018 44,084 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 20 Jan 2018 44,084 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 7 Jan 2017 41,131 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 36,533 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Sep 2014 35,555 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 34,494 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2012 32,848 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2011 31,505 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2010 29,105 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 26,783 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2008 22,527 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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DY55 GXH is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 DY55 GXH, 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

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What year was DY55 GXH registered?

DY55 GXH is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 27 September 2005.

Is DY55 GXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY55 GXH shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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