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LC53 YJA

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

101,691 mi
Last recorded101,691 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC53 YJA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2012 101,691 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 Nov 2011 93,266 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 87,886 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 77,091 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 65,252 miles

front tyres wearing low on edges

Pass 26 Nov 2007 52,338 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 38,876 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges

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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LC53 YJA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LC53 YJA, 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 LC53 YJA registered?

LC53 YJA is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is LC53 YJA safe to buy?

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