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LV53 ULX

2003 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,069 mi
Last recorded58,069 miles
Recorded on18 Oct 2008
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 ULX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8 231 Ps
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Oct 2008 58,069 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2007 50,821 miles
Fail 6 Oct 2007 50,821 miles

Nearside Inner Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside inner front tyre has a deep cut in sidewall but not showing cords.

Pass 30 Sep 2006 35,506 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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LV53 ULX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 LV53 ULX, 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 23 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 LV53 ULX registered?

LV53 ULX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps, first registered on 28 October 2003.

Is LV53 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 ULX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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