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EN53 MPE

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

94,989 mi
Last recorded94,989 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN53 MPE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 94,989 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 89,982 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2017 83,288 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 75,726 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2015 70,623 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 65,320 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2012 62,336 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2012 53,971 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 48,833 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 48,833 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 46,590 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2009 46,590 miles

Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Mar 2009 40,410 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 32,072 miles

near side front tyre nearing wear indicators.

off side front tyre worn to the legal limit on inner egde.

Fail 12 Mar 2008 32,062 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

near side front tyre nearing wear indicators.

off side front tyre worn to the legal limit on inner egde.

Pass 14 Mar 2007 21,229 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 21,228 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EN53 MPE is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 50,944 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 MPE, 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 22 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of EN53 MPE?

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What year was EN53 MPE registered?

EN53 MPE is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is EN53 MPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN53 MPE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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