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FY06 ZWD

2006 Mazda RX-8

Green Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

87,406 mi
Last recorded87,406 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY06 ZWD
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 87,406 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2024 87,406 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2023 79,666 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 68,026 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Jul 2021 63,452 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jul 2021 63,370 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold to centre joint has a bolt missing and major leak (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill/floor pan area 30 cm from subframe (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer surface of the alloy wheel badly distorted the tyre is pushed in slightly strong advisory (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted outer rim surface (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

both the front wings are bolted on but are badly corroded/holed at the bottoms

centre part of the exhaust is not supported centre to rear clamp joint is not secure any more

nsf tyre has uneven wear

plastic covers on floor pan area and outer sills

Pass 8 Jul 2020 58,093 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides of vehicle. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted, not allowing full of items in engine bay.

lower covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

plastic trims fitted to both outer sills.

Fail 8 Jul 2020 58,093 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides of vehicle. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine covers fitted, not allowing full of items in engine bay.

lower covers fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle.

plastic trims fitted to both outer sills.

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts A.B.S. wiring. (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 25 Mar 2019 53,840 miles

Front Front suspension corroded

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated Hand brake travel (1.1.6 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Rear suspension corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2018 46,885 miles

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

brake warning light on

Pass 23 Mar 2017 39,988 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2016 35,495 miles
Fail 7 May 2016 35,495 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Pass 24 Mar 2015 32,645 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2014 29,894 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 26,926 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 23,849 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 30 Mar 2011 19,455 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 19,455 miles

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 15,624 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 12,053 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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FY06 ZWD is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Green with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FY06 ZWD, 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.

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What year was FY06 ZWD registered?

FY06 ZWD is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 March 2006.

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