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FV07 RXC

2007 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

78,089 mi
Last recorded78,089 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV07 RXC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 78,089 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 78,089 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 17 Mar 2017 74,590 miles

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

Pass 2 Mar 2016 69,335 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2015 63,010 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2014 60,710 miles

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

all 4 tyres worn low on inner edges

Fail 13 Jan 2014 60,710 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

all 4 tyres worn low on inner edges

Pass 22 Jan 2013 54,546 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jan 2013 54,546 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 26 Jan 2012 43,629 miles

nearside rear brake slightly binding

offside rear brake slighly binding

Pass 11 Apr 2011 37,224 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2010 30,134 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
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FV07 RXC is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 FV07 RXC, 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 19 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FV07 RXC?

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What year was FV07 RXC registered?

FV07 RXC is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 May 2007.

Is FV07 RXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV07 RXC shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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