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HY53 DZC

2009 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

64,434 mi
Last recorded64,434 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2016
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX848,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 DZC
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2016 64,434 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 62,664 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tail lights condensated

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to undercarriage & suspension components

Fail 5 Jun 2014 62,664 miles

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tail lights condensated

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to undercarriage & suspension components

Pass 17 May 2013 56,935 miles

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to some suspension components

headlamp lenses frosted over

Fail 17 May 2013 56,935 miles

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

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

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to some suspension components

headlamp lenses frosted over

Pass 8 Jun 2012 50,915 miles

corrosion to exhaust

osf wiper blade splitting

Fail 8 Jun 2012 50,915 miles

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

corrosion to exhaust

osf wiper blade splitting

Pass 10 May 2011 44,310 miles
Fail 10 May 2011 44,303 miles

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

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

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

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

nsf tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 15 May 2010 33,808 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,233 miles
Fail 28 May 2009 16,233 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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HY53 DZC is a 2009 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 48,237 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 RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HY53 DZC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda RX8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY53 DZC registered?

HY53 DZC is a 2009 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 June 2009.

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