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KC53 FMA

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

82,926 mi
Last recorded82,926 miles
Recorded on21 Apr 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 FMA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Apr 2012 82,926 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 134,879 miles
Fail 14 May 2011 134,879 miles

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

Pass 10 Mar 2009 74,251 miles

front brake discs and pads worn to limit

Pass 17 Jan 2009 72,124 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Sill covers fitted.

Underbonnet covers fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Jan 2009 72,120 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Sill covers fitted.

Underbonnet covers fitted.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jan 2008 57,490 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 41,711 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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KC53 FMA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 KC53 FMA, 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 KC53 FMA registered?

KC53 FMA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 November 2003.

Is KC53 FMA safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC53 FMA shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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