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FD54 NDL

2004 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2014
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,829 mi
Last recorded58,829 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2013
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD54 NDL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Feb 2013 58,829 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

advise light sidewall damage on both rear tyres and offside front tyre

advise slight corrosion on exhaust system

advise slight corrosion on nearside rear brake disc

Fail 13 Feb 2013 58,807 miles

Nearside Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

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

advise light sidewall damage on both rear tyres and offside front tyre

advise slight corrosion on exhaust system

advise slight corrosion on nearside rear brake disc

Pass 13 Feb 2012 57,699 miles

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

advise slight corrosion on rear exhaust

Pass 24 Jan 2011 52,732 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 49,878 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2009 37,050 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 21,508 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 21,508 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FD54 NDL is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 FD54 NDL, 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 FD54 NDL registered?

FD54 NDL is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 23 November 2004.

Is FD54 NDL safe to buy?

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