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FP56 UZC

2006 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jul 2025
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

93,002 mi
Last recorded93,002 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP56 UZC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2024 93,002 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 93,002 miles

Emissions NOx sensor obviously defective (8.2.1.1 (a))

Rear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator both side (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both side (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Hydraulic brake calliper corroded but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.16 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 88,463 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 84,828 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Jun 2020 84,828 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 May 2018 79,675 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)

Pass 31 May 2017 77,575 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 21 Jan 2016 77,448 miles

front discs corroded

oil leak

rear discs corroded

Pass 10 Jan 2015 72,579 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2015 72,579 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2014 71,206 miles

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

Fail 30 Dec 2013 71,199 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Pass 3 Jan 2013 67,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Jan 2013 67,623 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2012 60,647 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 8 Nov 2010 47,732 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 38,541 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2009 38,541 miles

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.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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FP56 UZC is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 FP56 UZC, 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 20 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 FP56 UZC registered?

FP56 UZC is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 18 November 2006.

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