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FP55 BVV

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

62,860 mi
Last recorded62,860 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 BVV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2015 62,860 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2015 62,844 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 Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 30 Jan 2014 60,213 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 60,213 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 18 Jan 2013 56,770 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 50,807 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 45,814 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2010 45,814 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 39,864 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2009 39,864 miles

Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 35,586 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 35,584 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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FP55 BVV is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 FP55 BVV, 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 21 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 FP55 BVV registered?

FP55 BVV is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is FP55 BVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP55 BVV shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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