CarVerify

Free Car Check

HD53 KRU

2003 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

94,812 mi
Last recorded94,812 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD53 KRU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2019 94,812 miles

Nearside Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 90,325 miles

Engine malfunction lamp on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Oct 2017 90,325 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine malfunction lamp on

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 85,549 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 84,686 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 84,018 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 27 Aug 2013 74,553 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2013 74,549 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

both rear brake discs very corroded on inner faces

nearside rear outer brake pad worn to limit of 1.5mm

Pass 30 Aug 2012 67,717 miles

condensation in nearside rear light cluster

rear brake pads wearing low

Fail 29 Aug 2012 67,641 miles

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

condensation in nearside rear light cluster

offside rear tyre close to limit 1.8mm

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 31 Aug 2011 58,927 miles

nearside rear light cluster full of condensation

Pass 24 Aug 2010 48,623 miles

Both rear tyres on limit at 1.6mm. Advise replacement as soon as possible.

near side rear light lens has water in it

Pass 4 Sep 2009 37,541 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2008 34,594 miles

ENGINE BELLY PAN FITTED

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

Fail 13 Nov 2008 34,590 miles

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

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

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

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

ENGINE BELLY PAN FITTED

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

Pass 27 Oct 2007 29,535 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 23,079 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HD53 KRU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 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 HD53 KRU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of HD53 KRU?

You can check the full history of HD53 KRU by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HD53 KRU registered?

HD53 KRU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 December 2003.

Is HD53 KRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD53 KRU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD53 KRU have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HD53 KRU. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.