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GP55 WLH

2006 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

47,575 mi
Last recorded47,575 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP55 WLH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2026 47,575 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2025 46,559 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2025 46,559 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Road wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jan 2018 46,504 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear clamp (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Sep 2016 46,269 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2016 46,269 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting rivet missing offside front antiroll bar drop link insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting rivet missing offside rear antiroll bar drop link insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 45,901 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 44,951 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2013 42,823 miles

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

Pass 6 Sep 2012 41,032 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 36,200 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 30,080 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 24,330 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 24,107 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 19,139 miles

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

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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GP55 WLH is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 GP55 WLH, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP55 WLH?

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What year was GP55 WLH registered?

GP55 WLH is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 January 2006.

Is GP55 WLH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP55 WLH shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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