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FP54 FWB

2004 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,629 mi
Last recorded57,629 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2016
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 FWB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2016 57,629 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0mm cracking in tread (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jun 2015 54,576 miles

corrosion on under body

Fail 30 May 2015 54,568 miles

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

corrosion on under body

Pass 17 May 2014 42,689 miles

both the front top suspension arms rubber mounts are starting to deteriorate

both the front wipers are just clearing the screen to a good enough standard

both the rear tyres are wearing close to the legal limit

the front exhaust heat sheilds are corroded and slightly insecure

the middle stop lamp is not working

the rear silencers clamp has corroded away (nothing is insecure)

this car has an oil slight oil leak

Pass 21 May 2013 40,309 miles
Fail 17 May 2013 40,299 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 19 Dec 2011 27,281 miles

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

Pass 16 Dec 2010 21,138 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2009 19,222 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2009 17,093 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Jan 2009 17,093 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Dec 2007 13,348 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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FP54 FWB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FP54 FWB, 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 FP54 FWB registered?

FP54 FWB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 9 December 2004.

Is FP54 FWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 FWB shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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