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GJ53 WKT

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

103,118 mi
Last recorded103,118 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ53 WKT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2014 103,118 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Fail 29 Aug 2014 103,118 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 5 Sep 2013 98,659 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 5 Sep 2013 98,659 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 30 Aug 2012 91,312 miles

eml light on

locking wheel nut broken and sharp on nearside front

Pass 18 Aug 2011 83,615 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 78,555 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2009 71,438 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2009 71,438 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 15 Jul 2008 59,557 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 50,550 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2006 35,306 miles

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

rear exhaust clamp corroded

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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GJ53 WKT is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GJ53 WKT, 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.

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What year was GJ53 WKT registered?

GJ53 WKT is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 13 October 2003.

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