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FG05 FLJ

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2026
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

27,296 mi
Last recorded27,296 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG05 FLJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 17 Mar 2025 27,296 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2024 27,273 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2023 27,254 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 27,234 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 27,212 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2020 27,183 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 27,108 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 27,042 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 27,023 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2016 26,922 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 26,882 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured but not more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 10 Mar 2014 26,834 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 26,816 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 26,558 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 26,381 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 25,465 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 24,419 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 21,276 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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FG05 FLJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG05 FLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FG05 FLJ registered?

FG05 FLJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is FG05 FLJ safe to buy?

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