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GN54 XAM

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

74,993 mi
Last recorded74,993 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN54 XAM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 74,993 miles
Fail 26 May 2017 74,993 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 64,008 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 64,008 miles

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

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jun 2015 55,976 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2015 55,976 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 49,707 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 45,866 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 May 2012 43,438 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2011 39,745 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 36,572 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2009 33,660 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 28,006 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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GN54 XAM is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GN54 XAM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GN54 XAM registered?

GN54 XAM is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 6 January 2005.

Is GN54 XAM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN54 XAM shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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