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JB55 RXB

2007 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

79,448 mi
Last recorded79,448 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2017
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJB55 RXB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2017 79,448 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2017 79,448 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2016 68,725 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 57,549 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2014 53,657 miles

Both front tyres balding on inner edge

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake discs slightly worn

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside front side repeater lens missing

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Dec 2013 48,780 miles

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

Nearside front side repeater lense is missing.

Fail 30 Dec 2013 48,780 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside front side repeater lense is missing.

Pass 29 Dec 2012 41,814 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 29,258 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 29,258 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

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

Pass 8 Dec 2010 21,535 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 15,984 miles

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

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

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

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

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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JB55 RXB is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 JB55 RXB, 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 19 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 JB55 RXB registered?

JB55 RXB is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 11 January 2007.

Is JB55 RXB safe to buy?

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