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GW04 FCX

2004 Mazda RX8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Sep 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

27,044 mi
Last recorded27,044 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX846,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGW04 FCX
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 27,044 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 25,549 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 23,047 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2019 22,317 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2018 21,292 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2017 20,205 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2016 19,521 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2016 19,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Pass 2 Feb 2015 18,950 miles

poor starting

heavy cracking and splting to all 4 tyre side wall's, could not see cords at time of test

Pass 31 Jan 2014 18,320 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 17,710 miles

front and rear tyres perished and cracked in tread

Fail 9 Jan 2013 17,698 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

front and rear tyres perished and cracked in tread

Pass 21 Oct 2011 16,942 miles

splits in outer wall of o/s/f tyre

Pass 13 Sep 2010 15,581 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 14,428 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2008 10,829 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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GW04 FCX is a 2004 Mazda RX8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 46,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GW04 FCX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GW04 FCX registered?

GW04 FCX is a 2004 Mazda RX8, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is GW04 FCX safe to buy?

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