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FD55 FML

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

52,168 mi
Last recorded52,168 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD55 FML
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2021 52,168 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 48,951 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 46,378 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 45,061 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 12 Jun 2017 42,801 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 40,504 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 37,075 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2014 34,280 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2014 34,280 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 16 May 2013 30,699 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 25,647 miles

225x45r18 91w bridgestone

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

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

Offside Front 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 10 Jan 2012 25,072 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 21,630 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2011 21,630 miles

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)

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

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

Offside Front 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 7 Dec 2009 16,983 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 12,948 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
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FD55 FML is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 FD55 FML, 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 21 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 FD55 FML registered?

FD55 FML is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 December 2005.

Is FD55 FML safe to buy?

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