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FP55 NDJ

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jun 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,392 mi
Last recorded94,392 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 NDJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2017 94,392 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing / cracking

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre perishing / cracking

Fail 15 Sep 2014 94,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 94,336 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 93,444 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsr tyre has cut in sidewall not reaching cords

rear tyre valves started to perish

Fail 10 Oct 2013 93,444 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsr tyre has cut in sidewall not reaching cords

rear tyre valves started to perish

Pass 6 Sep 2012 91,921 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2012 91,921 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 89,739 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2011 84,466 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 80,791 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2010 80,791 miles

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

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

front and rear brake pads getting low

Pass 5 Jan 2009 71,345 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 NDJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NDJ, 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.

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What year was FP55 NDJ registered?

FP55 NDJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 November 2005.

Is FP55 NDJ safe to buy?

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