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FY53 HXP

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

71,314 mi
Last recorded71,314 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY53 HXP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 71,314 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 70,015 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 69,493 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Mar 2013 67,550 miles

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

Oil leak

corrosion on crankcase/sump

Pass 7 Nov 2011 65,253 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front and rear sub frames corroded and suspension components

rear brakes binding slightly

Fail 7 Nov 2011 65,253 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front and rear sub frames corroded and suspension components

rear brakes binding slightly

Pass 20 Oct 2010 63,765 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 59,408 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 52,842 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 52,787 miles

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

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

rear brake discs corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2007 48,555 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 26 Oct 2006 42,872 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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FY53 HXP is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 FY53 HXP, 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 23 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 FY53 HXP registered?

FY53 HXP is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is FY53 HXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY53 HXP shows 12 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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