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FA04 XOL

2004 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

103,082 mi
Last recorded103,082 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 XOL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 28 Feb 2013 103,082 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 103,082 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 91,293 miles

offside side repeater lense damaged

Fail 24 Nov 2011 91,291 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

coolant warning lamp on

engine oil on minimum level

offside side repeater lense damaged

Pass 1 Dec 2010 81,180 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2010 81,180 miles

Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a) DANGEROUS

Engine oil level very low

Offside front side light very dimp

Rear exhaust joint clamp excessive corrode

Pass 13 Oct 2009 72,820 miles

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

note o/s wiper blade

Pass 8 Oct 2008 68,840 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2007 49,990 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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FA04 XOL is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 FA04 XOL, 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 FA04 XOL registered?

FA04 XOL is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 August 2004.

Is FA04 XOL safe to buy?

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