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KC53 HTL

2003 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2018
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

76,338 mi
Last recorded76,338 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2017
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 HTL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2017 76,338 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2016 73,122 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 70,791 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jan 2012 64,408 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2011 54,292 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

n/s/f wiper blade deteriorated

o/s/f wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 13 Jan 2011 53,231 miles

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

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

all brake discs corroded

both front tyres bold inner edge

Pass 8 Dec 2009 44,202 miles

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 35,986 miles

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 Feb 2009 33,587 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2009 33,477 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 25,954 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 23,016 miles

front tyres worn 1.0mm on inner edges at time of test advise

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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KC53 HTL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 HTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of KC53 HTL?

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What year was KC53 HTL registered?

KC53 HTL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is KC53 HTL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC53 HTL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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