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FG04 XVN

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

104,927 mi
Last recorded104,927 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG04 XVN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2018 104,927 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 99,702 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm , tyre also perished / cracked no cords visible (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged slightly

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

slight bcorrosion on underside of vehicle

Fail 30 Nov 2017 99,702 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault airbag (5.4.2)

Front undertray loose at rear but secure

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm , tyre also perished / cracked no cords visible (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front tyre sidewall damaged slightly

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

slight bcorrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 31 May 2017 94,978 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 84,406 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Oct 2014 81,693 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 80,048 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 69,508 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 65,499 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 56,683 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)

Pass 7 May 2010 46,209 miles
Fail 5 May 2010 46,209 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2009 40,202 miles
Fail 7 May 2009 40,202 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 7 May 2008 33,198 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 33,197 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 27 Mar 2007 25,779 miles

n/s mirror glass damaged

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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FG04 XVN is a 2004 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 76.5%.

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 FG04 XVN, 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.

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What year was FG04 XVN registered?

FG04 XVN is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 16 April 2004.

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The MOT history for FG04 XVN shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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