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HS55 FNJ

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

73,762 mi
Last recorded73,762 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHS55 FNJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 73,762 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 73,274 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2016 73,274 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

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

Pass 12 Nov 2015 67,143 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2015 67,143 miles

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

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 62,304 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 59,000 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2012 52,809 miles

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

front tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 27 Jul 2011 47,154 miles

rear brake pads at 3-4 mm

Fail 26 Jul 2011 47,154 miles

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

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

rear brake pads at 3-4 mm

Pass 30 Jul 2010 39,702 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 30,520 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 21,171 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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HS55 FNJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 HS55 FNJ, 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 21 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HS55 FNJ registered?

HS55 FNJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is HS55 FNJ safe to buy?

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