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HK53 VKF

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,741 mi
Last recorded94,741 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK53 VKF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2022 94,741 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 93,817 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 27 Feb 2020 92,903 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2018 90,652 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 21 Oct 2017 87,498 miles

slight oil leak from rear of gearbox

Pass 29 Oct 2016 83,154 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 29 Oct 2015 78,596 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2014 75,883 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 73,768 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2013 73,768 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 2 Jan 2013 70,972 miles

exhaust heavily corroded

Fail 31 Dec 2012 70,962 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)

Front Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)

exhaust heavily corroded

Pass 16 Jan 2012 64,145 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2011 62,885 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 56,574 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 50,610 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 46,365 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s wiper split

Fail 6 Aug 2008 46,350 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

o/s wiper split

Pass 22 Aug 2007 42,425 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2007 42,425 miles

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

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

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

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 VKF is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 50,944 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 VKF, 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 22 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 VKF registered?

HK53 VKF is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 2 January 2004.

Is HK53 VKF safe to buy?

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