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FX07 ZCZ

2007 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2021
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

65,584 mi
Last recorded65,584 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX07 ZCZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2020 65,584 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Sep 2020 65,569 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 60,620 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 11 Apr 2018 59,900 miles

Oil leak ()

Steering system slightly tight to right (2.2.D.1)

all four tyres perishing

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 6 Apr 2017 58,806 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both to hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly tight on turning to right (2.2.D.1)

all four tyres perishing in outer edge of tread pattern

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 6 Apr 2017 58,806 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both to hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Steering system slightly tight on turning to right (2.2.D.1)

all four tyres perishing in outer edge of tread pattern

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 7 Apr 2016 56,974 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 55,831 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 52,371 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 2 Apr 2014 52,371 miles

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 9 Apr 2013 50,212 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 46,945 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2012 46,945 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 13 Apr 2011 39,724 miles

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

O/s/f brake disc inner suface corroded

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

Rear brake discs inner surfaces corroded

Fail 13 Apr 2011 39,724 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

O/s/f brake disc inner suface corroded

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

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

Rear brake discs inner surfaces corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2010 27,275 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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FX07 ZCZ is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 FX07 ZCZ, 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.

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What year was FX07 ZCZ registered?

FX07 ZCZ is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 March 2007.

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