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GU56 MTX

2006 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2013
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,355 mi
Last recorded78,355 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2012
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU56 MTX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2012 78,355 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2012 78,355 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Sep 2011 66,274 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 63,200 miles

2 of the o/s washer jets not hitting windscreen

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

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

o/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

Pass 6 Sep 2010 62,173 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2010 62,167 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front /rear brake discs in poor condition

rear brake pads worn near limit

sidewall damage to front

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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GU56 MTX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU56 MTX, 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

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What year was GU56 MTX registered?

GU56 MTX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is GU56 MTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU56 MTX shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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