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GK07 VKN

2007 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

65,835 mi
Last recorded65,835 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2021
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK07 VKN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2021 65,835 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking / perishing and some damage to side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear all rear suspension components corroded but not excessive

Pass 8 Oct 2019 62,520 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 61,677 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 57,849 miles

coolant warning light on during test

Fail 4 Sep 2017 57,845 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)

coolant warning light on during test

oil warning light on during test

Pass 12 Sep 2016 52,126 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 52,123 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear spring incorrectly seated

Pass 9 Sep 2015 41,989 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2015 41,976 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 38,909 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 32,694 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 30,617 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 29,150 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 45,081 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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GK07 VKN is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 GK07 VKN, 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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GK07 VKN is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 23 March 2007.

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