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LG55 BGE

2005 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Nov 2018
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

54,081 mi
Last recorded54,081 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX844,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG55 BGE
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc
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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2017 54,081 miles

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)

Fail 6 Oct 2017 53,980 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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 4 Nov 2016 48,291 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 40,964 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 32,898 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 23,055 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 22 Oct 2012 14,254 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2012 14,254 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 10,799 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 8,374 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 7,320 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 5,486 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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LG55 BGE is a 2005 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG55 BGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LG55 BGE registered?

LG55 BGE is a 2005 Mazda RX8, first registered on 30 September 2005.

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