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FD07 VBF

2007 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2022
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

33,912 mi
Last recorded33,912 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2021
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD07 VBF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2021 33,912 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 33,884 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 32,618 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 31,063 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 30,580 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 30,325 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2015 29,284 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 28,475 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2013 23,291 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Jun 2012 21,427 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

exhaust deteriorated

Pass 9 Jun 2011 18,996 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2011 18,973 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 17,541 miles

slight wear on all four brake discs

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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FD07 VBF is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 FD07 VBF, 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 19 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 FD07 VBF registered?

FD07 VBF is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 14 June 2007.

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