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FH53 ZZP

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

56,153 mi
Last recorded56,153 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2020
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH53 ZZP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2020 56,153 miles

Nearside Front slight bind

corrosion underbody

underbody undershoots

Pass 8 Oct 2019 55,596 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 54,186 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2017 51,405 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2017 51,405 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 48,468 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 42,537 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 39,759 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 36,492 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 34,117 miles
Pass 20 May 2011 32,024 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 29,310 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 May 2009 26,831 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 14 May 2009 26,831 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Jun 2008 23,310 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 18,259 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2007 18,259 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2006 14,787 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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FH53 ZZP is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 FH53 ZZP, 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

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What year was FH53 ZZP registered?

FH53 ZZP is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 January 2004.

Is FH53 ZZP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH53 ZZP shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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