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HS03 MYM

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2700cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

42,950 mi
Last recorded42,950 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS03 MYM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,700cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 42,950 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2023 41,669 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2022 41,413 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Aug 2019 41,243 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2018 39,840 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 36,215 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2016 33,821 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2016 33,821 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 1 Aug 2015 29,114 miles

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

Fail 1 Aug 2015 29,114 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Oct 2013 22,859 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2013 22,858 miles

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

Nearside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

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

Pass 30 Mar 2012 20,677 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2011 19,010 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 16,413 miles
Pass 6 May 2009 14,907 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 11,817 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 9,405 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 7,042 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
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HS03 MYM is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,700cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 HS03 MYM, 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 HS03 MYM?

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What year was HS03 MYM registered?

HS03 MYM is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HS03 MYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for HS03 MYM shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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