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FL53 VCC

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,207 mi
Last recorded94,207 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2010
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL53 VCC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2010 94,207 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Near side front tyre starting to split on inner edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 87,936 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 77,248 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2007 70,068 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2007 70,068 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 31 Oct 2006 59,483 miles

Front number plate cracked.

Nearside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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FL53 VCC is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 FL53 VCC, 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 23 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 FL53 VCC registered?

FL53 VCC is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 October 2003.

Is FL53 VCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL53 VCC shows 6 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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