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EF57 FLK

2007 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

65,575 mi
Last recorded65,575 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF57 FLK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 65,575 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 59,814 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 57,309 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

Pass 26 May 2017 54,180 miles

Light blue smoke emitting from exhaust on accelaration

Fail 25 May 2017 54,180 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Light blue smoke emitting from exhaust on accelaration

Pass 27 May 2016 49,049 miles

Front both front tyres slightly perished

Pass 21 May 2015 47,047 miles

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

Fail 2 May 2014 42,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 May 2014 42,824 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 34,540 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2013 34,540 miles

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

Pass 21 Feb 2012 26,572 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jan 2011 18,348 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2011 18,348 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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EF57 FLK is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 EF57 FLK, 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 19 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 EF57 FLK registered?

EF57 FLK is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 November 2007.

Is EF57 FLK safe to buy?

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