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FD07 XEM

2007 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

50,154 mi
Last recorded50,154 miles
Recorded on6 May 2025
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 May 2025 50,154 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 48,388 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 47,303 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 45,339 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 44,592 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2021 44,592 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Jun 2019 41,600 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 40,259 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2017 39,120 miles

Offside Front Brake slightly binding

Pass 12 Jul 2016 37,355 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm / becoming mis-shapen (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 33,787 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 30,360 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 27,165 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 20,945 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 18,431 miles

both front brake discs pitted

Fail 27 May 2011 18,431 miles

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)

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

both front brake discs pitted

offside rear brake disc pitted

Pass 18 May 2010 14,216 miles

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)

front and rear discs corroded mainly on inner faces.

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 XEM is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 XEM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FD07 XEM registered?

FD07 XEM is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 May 2007.

Is FD07 XEM safe to buy?

The MOT history for FD07 XEM shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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