CarVerify

Free Car Check

KD53 CVL

2003 Mazda RX-8

Yellow Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

72,993 mi
Last recorded72,993 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKD53 CVL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2019 72,993 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 71,842 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2017 71,842 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Sep 2016 65,441 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2016 65,441 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 60,968 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2015 60,968 miles

Driver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 56,965 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 54,864 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2011 48,476 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 43,923 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 36,939 miles

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 24 Apr 2008 29,907 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2008 29,907 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2006 17,633 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2006 17,633 miles

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)

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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KD53 CVL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Yellow with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 KD53 CVL, 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 KD53 CVL?

You can check the full history of KD53 CVL by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KD53 CVL registered?

KD53 CVL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 4 December 2003.

Is KD53 CVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for KD53 CVL shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KD53 CVL have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KD53 CVL. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.