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KC56 FLX

2007 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,404 mi
Last recorded79,404 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2017
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKC56 FLX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2017 79,404 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 66,168 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2016 66,080 miles

front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3) DANGEROUS

front parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b) DANGEROUS

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside Front Arm Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Jan 2016 65,962 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Nearside Front Arm Rear Bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 51,156 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 45,039 miles

n/s/r brake slightly sticking on

rear tyres wearing on inside edge

Pass 5 Dec 2012 39,276 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2012 39,276 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 1 Dec 2011 26,199 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2011 26,199 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 18 Feb 2011 22,551 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Feb 2010 17,636 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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KC56 FLX is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 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 KC56 FLX, 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 19 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 KC56 FLX registered?

KC56 FLX is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 February 2007.

Is KC56 FLX safe to buy?

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