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LY53 KMX

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2025
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

70,712 mi
Last recorded70,712 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY53 KMX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Aug 2024 70,712 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 69,799 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 69,799 miles

Rear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Jan 2022 69,517 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 66,472 miles

to low for rbt

Pass 1 Nov 2018 63,524 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 63,286 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 63,247 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 62,852 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 62,175 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 61,940 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 61,599 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 56,356 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 49,538 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 40,445 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 34,677 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2006 28,819 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
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LY53 KMX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 LY53 KMX, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY53 KMX registered?

LY53 KMX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 14 November 2003.

Is LY53 KMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY53 KMX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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