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FV06 GFK

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2014
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

55,400 mi
Last recorded55,400 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2013
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV06 GFK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2013 55,400 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Nov 2012 50,074 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front and rear brake discs slightly corroded

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 21 Oct 2011 40,528 miles

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

Fail 15 Oct 2011 40,528 miles

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

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

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)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 28,713 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2009 19,584 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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FV06 GFK is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 FV06 GFK, 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 FV06 GFK registered?

FV06 GFK is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 May 2006.

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The MOT history for FV06 GFK shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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