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FP55 FBO

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2016
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

106,117 mi
Last recorded106,117 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 FBO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2015 106,117 miles

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Tyre has nail

Under tray fitted

Fail 10 Sep 2015 106,117 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Engine covers fitted

Offside Rear Tyre has nail

Oil leak

Under tray fitted

Pass 20 Dec 2013 82,257 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 20 Dec 2013 82,257 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2012 73,905 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2011 65,794 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2011 65,794 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2011 57,369 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 57,363 miles

Offside Rear coil spring cracked (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2010 51,633 miles

Exhaust back box joint corroded

Front tyres wearing inner edge

Pass 16 Jan 2009 44,840 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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FP55 FBO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 FBO, 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 FBO registered?

FP55 FBO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 November 2005.

Is FP55 FBO safe to buy?

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