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HF53 DPE

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

102,127 mi
Last recorded102,127 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF53 DPE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Fail 7 Mar 2017 102,127 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

ENGINE MANAGEMENT LIGHT ILLUMINATED INDICATING FAULT

Pass 11 Mar 2016 96,613 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 84,750 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2015 84,750 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 82,692 miles

exhaust is rusty

offside front headlamp is misting inside

Pass 17 Aug 2012 78,252 miles

front pads appear low,nearside rear tyre outer sidewall cut

Pass 23 Jun 2011 71,860 miles

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

water in offside rear light uint

Pass 10 May 2010 64,421 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 53,798 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2009 53,797 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

water ingress in rear lights

Pass 23 Apr 2008 42,673 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 28,181 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2007 28,169 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2006 27,108 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

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HF53 DPE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc 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 HF53 DPE, 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

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What year was HF53 DPE registered?

HF53 DPE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 December 2003.

Is HF53 DPE safe to buy?

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