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LJ55 OYC

2005 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Feb 2027
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

87,929 mi
Last recorded87,929 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX844,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ55 OYC
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 87,929 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 86,258 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 85,413 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2023 83,224 miles

CENTER LAMP STOP LIGHT EFFECTED BY DAMAGE

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Fail 17 Feb 2023 83,224 miles

Boot lid cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))

CENTER LAMP STOP LIGHT EFFECTED BY DAMAGE

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2022 79,925 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2021 72,629 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2020 67,141 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 55,838 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 50,778 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2018 50,778 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 48,374 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 48,305 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2015 47,533 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 45,413 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2013 45,055 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 9 Nov 2012 43,465 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 42,166 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 40,552 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 37,745 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 29,153 miles

O/S/F aim could be better

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 12 Nov 2008 29,153 miles

O/S/F aim could be better

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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LJ55 OYC is a 2005 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ55 OYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ55 OYC registered?

LJ55 OYC is a 2005 Mazda RX8, first registered on 17 November 2005.

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