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KC53 RWF

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

26,050 mi
Last recorded26,050 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC53 RWF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 26,050 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2025 20,924 miles
Pass 18 May 2024 20,498 miles

Covers + Shields Fitted

Pass 29 Apr 2023 20,296 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2021 19,936 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2020 19,487 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2020 19,030 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2019 18,549 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 17,859 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 17,078 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 18 Dec 2015 16,412 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2015 16,411 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage fractured offside front link arm (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 15,805 miles

both front brake discs slightly pitted

both rear brake discs slightly pitted

offside front anti roll bar link arm partly fractured

screen blades smear slightly

Pass 24 Dec 2013 15,313 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2013 14,791 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 29 Dec 2011 14,129 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2010 13,084 miles
Fail 31 Dec 2010 13,084 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 11,920 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2009 11,255 miles

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

Pass 14 Dec 2007 9,858 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2006 8,828 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 RWF is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 RWF, 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 RWF registered?

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

Is KC53 RWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for KC53 RWF shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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