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FM53 HSV

2004 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2015
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,000 mi
Last recorded89,000 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2014
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 HSV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 7 Aug 2014 89,000 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 85,880 miles

n/s rear tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 23 Feb 2011 77,778 miles

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

wear in o/s front anti-rollbar link arm top ball joint

Pass 4 Mar 2010 72,415 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008 58,454 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 48,963 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 43,482 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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FM53 HSV is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FM53 HSV, 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 FM53 HSV?

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What year was FM53 HSV registered?

FM53 HSV is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 February 2004.

Is FM53 HSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM53 HSV shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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