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HK53 DLN

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

65,982 mi
Last recorded65,982 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 DLN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2021 65,982 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 64,798 miles

Both front headlamps clouding over

Pass 20 Aug 2019 62,010 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2018 59,621 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 57,798 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2016 54,834 miles

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

condensation in offside rear lamp assembly

Pass 19 Aug 2015 53,807 miles

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

both rear tyres cracking

condensation in offside rear lamp

Pass 29 Aug 2014 52,080 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2014 52,079 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

Pass 17 Aug 2013 50,880 miles

front tyres wearing low

rear exhaust clamp rusting

Pass 17 Aug 2012 47,448 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 47,448 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

front tyres wearing low on inner edges

Pass 18 Aug 2011 46,637 miles

Both front tyre wear edges .

General surface corrosion .

Rusty front and rear discs .

Pass 26 Aug 2010 46,536 miles

both front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 23 Jul 2009 45,332 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2009 45,332 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2008 43,357 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 31,198 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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HK53 DLN is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 HK53 DLN, 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 HK53 DLN registered?

HK53 DLN is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is HK53 DLN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HK53 DLN shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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