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LV57 FFP

2007 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

75,241 mi
Last recorded75,241 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2018
Typical for 2007 Mazda RX-844,002 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV57 FFP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2018 75,241 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2018 75,241 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2017 69,349 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2017 69,318 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Dec 2016 57,166 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 1 Dec 2016 57,166 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 28 Sep 2016 56,751 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint broken (2.4.G.2)

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

both front treads inner shoulder worn

rear footbrake imbalance just within limit

Pass 11 Dec 2015 50,710 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 41,981 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2014 41,981 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

nearside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 6 Dec 2013 33,900 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 25,357 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 7 Dec 2012 25,357 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Dec 2011 19,075 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 12,467 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2011 12,467 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage synthetic mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Sep 2010 11,765 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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LV57 FFP is a 2007 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

Across all 2007 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 44,002 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 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 20,515 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV57 FFP, 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 19 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 LV57 FFP registered?

LV57 FFP is a 2007 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 September 2007.

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