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FD04 KOX

2004 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

61,159 mi
Last recorded61,159 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD04 KOX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2017 61,159 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2014 58,759 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2014 58,715 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Pass 22 Oct 2013 52,597 miles

Front Reg Plate Damaged

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 Dec 2012 47,290 miles

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

Pass 28 Dec 2011 38,651 miles

d/s wiper smearing

slight play in both rear drop links

slight play in nsf drop link

Fail 28 Dec 2011 38,651 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 Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

d/s wiper smearing

nail in osf tyre

nsf tyre bold on outer edge

slight play in both rear drop links

slight play in nsf drop link

Pass 6 Dec 2010 27,191 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 27,187 miles

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Dec 2009 24,110 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2008 20,881 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2007 17,857 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

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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FD04 KOX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD04 KOX, 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 FD04 KOX registered?

FD04 KOX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 June 2004.

Is FD04 KOX safe to buy?

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