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ET53 NLU

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

102,798 mi
Last recorded102,798 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 NLU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 102,798 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 100,103 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2023 96,825 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 95,159 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2021 92,071 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 90,021 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2019 88,306 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2018 87,074 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 85,585 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 84,194 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2015 82,043 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 74,081 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 72,194 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 69,795 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 67,518 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2010 49,314 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 34,692 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2008 17,017 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2008 17,017 miles

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

Pass 12 Feb 2007 13,245 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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ET53 NLU is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 ET53 NLU, 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

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What year was ET53 NLU registered?

ET53 NLU is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 11 February 2004.

Is ET53 NLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 NLU shows 20 tests with a 95% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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