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FG55 XEU

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

46,019 mi
Last recorded46,019 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG55 XEU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 46,019 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 45,515 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2023 45,461 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 45,417 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 8 Nov 2022 45,417 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 18 Aug 2021 45,211 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and nearside rear in tread patterns (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 14 Sep 2020 45,088 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Apr 2018 45,014 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 44,574 miles

engine management light is on

Fail 3 Jun 2016 44,574 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecure nut loose (2.4.G.1)

engine management light is on

Pass 23 Feb 2015 40,914 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2014 40,830 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 20 Feb 2014 40,829 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 26 Feb 2013 40,697 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 40,345 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 18 Mar 2010 40,274 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2008 39,857 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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FG55 XEU is a 2005 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 82.4%.

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 FG55 XEU, 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 FG55 XEU registered?

FG55 XEU is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 14 December 2005.

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The MOT history for FG55 XEU shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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