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FP55 ZPG

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

108,146 mi
Last recorded108,146 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 24 Jan 2015 108,146 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2015 108,146 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2014 103,689 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2013 99,341 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2013 99,338 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 3 Jan 2012 96,871 miles

Both front tyres inner & outer edge are worn

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)

Pass 10 Jan 2011 89,158 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2009 83,422 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 11 Dec 2009 83,420 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Jan 2009 75,168 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2008 67,840 miles

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

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 ZPG is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 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 FP55 ZPG, 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 ZPG registered?

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

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