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LF53 OGU

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2017
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

71,990 mi
Last recorded71,990 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF53 OGU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2016 71,990 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 65,292 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2014 60,748 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 54,840 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 50,623 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 46,312 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 44,173 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 41,709 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 41,709 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2007 36,981 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 28,982 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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LF53 OGU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LF53 OGU, 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 LF53 OGU registered?

LF53 OGU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is LF53 OGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF53 OGU shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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