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FP54 XJZ

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

92,964 mi
Last recorded92,964 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP54 XJZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 92,964 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2014 92,832 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 145,597 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2012 140,148 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 7 Nov 2011 79,105 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISC'S GOING RUSTY ON INNER FACE

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISC'S GOING RUSTY ON INNER AND OUTER FACE

BOTH REAR INNER SILL GOING RUSTY

Battery insecure

NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SCORED ON OUTER FACE

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

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

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP MISSING

Fail 7 Nov 2011 79,105 miles

Centre Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISC'S GOING RUSTY ON INNER FACE

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISC'S GOING RUSTY ON INNER AND OUTER FACE

BOTH REAR INNER SILL GOING RUSTY

Battery insecure

NEARSIDE REAR BRAKE DISC SCORED ON OUTER FACE

OFFSIDE REAR TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

REAR EXHAUST CLAMP MISSING

Pass 12 Nov 2010 73,469 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2010 73,469 miles

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

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 64,252 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 44,269 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 XJZ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XJZ, 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 XJZ registered?

FP54 XJZ is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 December 2004.

Is FP54 XJZ safe to buy?

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