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FG54 PMU

2004 Mazda RX-8

Green Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2015
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

71,156 mi
Last recorded71,156 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG54 PMU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 71,156 miles

vehicle underside corroded in various areas.

Pass 24 Apr 2013 69,658 miles

Steering column universal joint slightly corroded but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 13 Apr 2012 66,082 miles

o/s front tyre has small splits on tread and side walls

Fail 13 Apr 2012 66,081 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s front tyre has small splits on tread and side walls

Pass 14 Apr 2011 60,303 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 23 Aug 2010 56,441 miles

rear brake discs corroded inner faces

screen small chip zone B

Fail 23 Aug 2010 56,441 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear brake discs corroded inner faces

screen small chip zone B

Pass 31 Dec 2009 50,553 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 41,413 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2007 33,441 miles
Fail 27 Dec 2007 33,434 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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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FG54 PMU is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Green with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FG54 PMU, 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

How do I check the history of FG54 PMU?

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What year was FG54 PMU registered?

FG54 PMU is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 November 2004.

Is FG54 PMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG54 PMU shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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