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LB53 JOA

2003 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

80,386 mi
Last recorded80,386 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB53 JOA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 80,386 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder, perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 6 Mar 2026 112,073 miles

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Electrical wiring inadequately secured Lambda sensor wiring under car (4.11 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Smooth inner shoulder, perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2024 101,329 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Nov 2023 96,682 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 94,517 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 91,421 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Nov 2020 89,204 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 89,204 miles

Central Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 86,720 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2018 83,076 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 79,749 miles

engine warning light on

Pass 9 Nov 2016 75,655 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2015 72,602 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 67,633 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2013 62,606 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2012 58,976 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 53,001 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2011 53,001 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Nov 2010 47,597 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 40,962 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 40,962 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 10 Nov 2008 32,817 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 25,841 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 19,245 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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LB53 JOA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB53 JOA, 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 LB53 JOA registered?

LB53 JOA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 5 December 2003.

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