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J33 SHR

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2016
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

79,742 mi
Last recorded79,742 miles
Recorded on18 May 2016
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ33 SHR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 May 2016 79,742 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

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

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

both rear brakes slightly binding

Pass 16 Apr 2015 73,086 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2014 63,787 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 51,479 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 41,896 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2012 41,892 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 May 2011 35,883 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 31,605 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 29,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 2 Jun 2009 29,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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
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J33 SHR is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 J33 SHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J33 SHR registered?

J33 SHR is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 April 2006.

Is J33 SHR safe to buy?

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