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FP55 ZPO

2005 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

81,622 mi
Last recorded81,622 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP55 ZPO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2017 81,622 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 78,034 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 78,034 miles

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

Pass 11 Nov 2014 70,565 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 70,470 miles

Centre Stop lamp obscured more than 50% (1.2.1c)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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)

exhaust clamp is corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2013 65,581 miles

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)

engine mgt light is on

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on the edges

windscreen has stone chips

Pass 31 Oct 2012 61,511 miles

Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 4 Nov 2011 57,445 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2011 57,445 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2010 49,655 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 42,151 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2009 42,151 miles

Nearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2008 35,355 miles

n/s/f sidewall has small cut

n/s/f tyre inner edge of tread worn

stone chip in centre of screen

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 ZPO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 ZPO, 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 ZPO registered?

FP55 ZPO is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 8 December 2005.

Is FP55 ZPO safe to buy?

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