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HY53 ECX

2003 Mazda RX8

Silver Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

66,098 mi
Last recorded66,098 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX840,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 ECX
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2016 66,098 miles

both head lamps slightly deteriorated

Fail 2 Sep 2016 66,096 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

both head lamps slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Aug 2015 62,082 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 58,158 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 53,373 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2012 48,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Oct 2011 45,538 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 42,158 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2009 38,479 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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 ECX is a 2003 Mazda RX8 in Silver with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 40,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 ECX, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HY53 ECX registered?

HY53 ECX is a 2003 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 April 2003.

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