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FM53 SXJ

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2017
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

107,447 mi
Last recorded107,447 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 SXJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 21 Dec 2017 107,447 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside ()

Rear Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive lower wheel arches behind liners nearside & offside (2.4.A.3)

battery loose but not insecure

Pass 25 Oct 2016 103,262 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2016 103,262 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2015 93,487 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2014 89,661 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2014 89,632 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Engine light comes ON some time,and EML light stays ON

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

Pass 3 Oct 2012 78,275 miles

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

Fail 2 Oct 2012 78,266 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2011 71,716 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2011 71,705 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2010 66,291 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2010 66,223 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 48,822 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 25,570 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 21,956 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 19,372 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 SXJ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 FM53 SXJ, 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 FM53 SXJ registered?

FM53 SXJ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 January 2004.

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