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KC55 LVS

2005 Mazda RX8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

96,129 mi
Last recorded96,129 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX844,874 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC55 LVS
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 96,129 miles

Engine management light on

Exhaust corroded

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

Pass 23 Oct 2015 89,095 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Fail 23 Oct 2015 89,095 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 26 Jun 2014 71,140 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 71,122 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 66,099 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 7 Dec 2011 62,683 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 51,742 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 46,230 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 39,367 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2008 39,367 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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KC55 LVS is a 2005 Mazda RX8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,874 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KC55 LVS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KC55 LVS registered?

KC55 LVS is a 2005 Mazda RX8, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is KC55 LVS safe to buy?

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