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EN53 CBX

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

54,677 mi
Last recorded54,677 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 CBX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2014 54,677 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2013 48,773 miles

Oil leak

Pass 28 Sep 2012 42,830 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Oct 2011 31,154 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2011 31,154 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 4 Oct 2010 22,217 miles

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)

front wipers poor

Pass 7 Dec 2009 17,255 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 16,164 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 13,878 miles

Nearside Rear 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 22 Jan 2007 11,784 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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EN53 CBX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 EN53 CBX, 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 23 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 EN53 CBX registered?

EN53 CBX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 20 December 2003.

Is EN53 CBX safe to buy?

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