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LIG 5480

2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps

Silver Other 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Oct 2020
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

70,014 mi
Last recorded70,014 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2022
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps46,304 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIG 5480
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8 231 Ps
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeOther
Engine2,616cc
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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Fail 24 Jun 2022 70,014 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2022 69,918 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 62,202 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8 231 Ps?

Based on 342 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,806
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 8
brake disc excessively pitted 4
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 3
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LIG 5480 is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps in Silver with a 2,616cc other engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,304 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-8 231 Ps fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LIG 5480, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 231 Ps typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda RX-8 231 Ps is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LIG 5480 registered?

LIG 5480 is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps, first registered on 8 January 2004.

Is LIG 5480 safe to buy?

The MOT history for LIG 5480 shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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