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EX04 AWR

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,156 mi
Last recorded52,156 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2019
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX04 AWR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2019 52,156 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 47,053 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 42,387 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2016 38,976 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 38,380 miles

both rear brakes slight binding

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres side wall cuts but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 31 Oct 2014 36,798 miles

n/s/r and n/s/f tyres side wall cuts but not deep enough to reach cords

Pass 14 Oct 2013 35,109 miles

both nearside tyres have kerb damage to sidewall but not reaching cords

Fail 14 Oct 2013 35,107 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

both nearside tyres have kerb damage to sidewall but not reaching cords

Pass 29 Oct 2012 34,029 miles

all brake discs slightly pitted

nearside rear tyre has a tear on side wall no cords exposed

Fail 27 Oct 2012 34,029 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

all brake discs slightly pitted

nearside rear tyre has a tear on side wall no cords exposed

Pass 29 Oct 2011 31,994 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2010 29,043 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 24,350 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 18,134 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 14,714 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

n s r back light cracked

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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EX04 AWR is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 EX04 AWR, 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.

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What year was EX04 AWR registered?

EX04 AWR is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 5 July 2004.

Is EX04 AWR safe to buy?

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