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FL54 PDX

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

66,667 mi
Last recorded66,667 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2012
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL54 PDX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2012 66,667 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 60,404 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 60,404 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2010 59,727 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

all discs corroded

Fail 31 Mar 2010 59,727 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

all discs corroded

torque tube to rear diff insecure

Pass 29 Oct 2008 54,957 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 54,957 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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 22 Oct 2007 48,963 miles

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

exhaust manifold heatshield broken off and rattling

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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FL54 PDX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL54 PDX, 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 FL54 PDX?

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What year was FL54 PDX registered?

FL54 PDX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 October 2004.

Is FL54 PDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL54 PDX shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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