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MEZ 9269

2004 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 2967cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

81,084 mi
Last recorded81,084 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX846,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMEZ 9269
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,967cc
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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 81,084 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2014 78,640 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Oct 2013 74,775 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2012 68,298 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2012 68,263 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)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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MEZ 9269 is a 2004 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 2,967cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 46,774 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 MEZ 9269, 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 22 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MEZ 9269 registered?

MEZ 9269 is a 2004 Mazda RX8, first registered on 22 January 2004.

Is MEZ 9269 safe to buy?

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