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HD53 KRN

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,523 mi
Last recorded75,523 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 KRN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2018 75,523 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 2 Feb 2018 75,523 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2017 67,415 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 61,561 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 57,301 miles

both rear brake discs in poor condition.

Fail 16 Nov 2012 57,301 miles

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

both rear brake discs in poor condition.

both rear brakes binding slightly.

rear brake pads getting low.

Pass 16 Nov 2011 47,167 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 39,516 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 35,343 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 30,430 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2007 23,539 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2007 23,525 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2006 20,451 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2006 20,451 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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HD53 KRN is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 HD53 KRN, 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 23 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 HD53 KRN registered?

HD53 KRN is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 24 December 2003.

Is HD53 KRN safe to buy?

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