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K155 TEX

2003 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

71,680 mi
Last recorded71,680 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK155 TEX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 71,680 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 61,893 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2015 59,802 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 12 Dec 2014 57,045 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2013 53,911 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 50,122 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 48,000 miles

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

Fail 19 Nov 2010 45,718 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Nov 2010 45,718 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 42,981 miles

slight damage to left hand rear tyre sidewall

Pass 21 Nov 2008 41,066 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 39,038 miles

engine mounts require attention

Pass 21 Jul 2006 35,071 miles

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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K155 TEX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 K155 TEX, 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 23 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 K155 TEX registered?

K155 TEX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is K155 TEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for K155 TEX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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