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HX06 RMV

2006 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Feb 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

70,548 mi
Last recorded70,548 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX06 RMV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2016 70,548 miles

child seat fitted not allowing inspection of seat belt

exhaust heat shield loose

registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 60,804 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2013 50,355 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2013 50,355 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2012 40,864 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

o/s doors and handle damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2011 32,353 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 31,885 miles

dash warning lamp illuminated

rear exhaust clamps rusty/poor

various disc faces rusty

Fail 28 Jul 2011 31,881 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

various disc faces rusty

dash warning lamp illuminated

rear exhaust clamps rusty/poor

Pass 20 Jul 2010 31,511 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 28,167 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2009 28,167 miles

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

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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HX06 RMV is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 HX06 RMV, 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 20 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 HX06 RMV registered?

HX06 RMV is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 July 2006.

Is HX06 RMV safe to buy?

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