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FP54 NMX

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Sep 2015
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

56,499 mi
Last recorded56,499 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2014
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 NMX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2014 56,499 miles

BOTH REAR INNER SILLS RUSTY

ENGINE WARNING LIGHT IS ON

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP DETERIORATED

Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Fail 22 Sep 2014 56,499 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

BOTH REAR INNER SILLS RUSTY

ENGINE WARNING LIGHT IS ON

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP DETERIORATED

Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 50,763 miles

rear exhaust clamp corroded/broken

Pass 17 Dec 2011 46,342 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2011 46,259 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)

Pass 23 Dec 2010 40,973 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Dec 2009 36,994 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 27,291 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 18,429 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

offside front side repeater lens broken also front bumper damaged

the 4 plastic clips which hold plastic cup to anti roll bar link are broken on offside front lower connection link could come adrift at anytime

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 NMX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 NMX, 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.

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What year was FP54 NMX registered?

FP54 NMX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 20 December 2004.

Is FP54 NMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP54 NMX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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