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GL05 TRX

2005 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

55,517 mi
Last recorded55,517 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 TRX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 55,517 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 47,563 miles

Nearside Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak

Pass 21 May 2014 41,702 miles

rear brake pads worn low

exhaust system rusty

front and rear suspension componants rusty

front brake pads worn low

underbody showing signs of corrosion

Pass 11 May 2012 38,096 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 35,643 miles

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

Fail 26 Apr 2011 35,596 miles

Nearside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)

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

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

both front discs are pitted with rust.

front brake reading show that the discs are bent.

Pass 13 Nov 2009 32,823 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2008 28,107 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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GL05 TRX is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 GL05 TRX, 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 21 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 GL05 TRX registered?

GL05 TRX is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 24 June 2005.

Is GL05 TRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 TRX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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