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MH03 XXB

2006 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

57,408 mi
Last recorded57,408 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX845,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMH03 XXB
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 57,408 miles

Nearside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Slight corrosion to o/s/r outer sill

Fail 24 Jul 2017 57,408 miles

Nearside Rear Brake holding on slightly

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight corrosion to o/s/r outer sill

Pass 22 Jul 2016 54,614 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 54,614 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2015 52,481 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2013 48,815 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2013 48,815 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 45,380 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 43,534 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 37,126 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2008 37,126 miles

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

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

both front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 5 Oct 2007 26,456 miles

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

all brake pads (front and rear) low but not below limit

Pass 2 Oct 2006 15,929 miles

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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MH03 XXB is a 2006 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 45,528 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 RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying MH03 XXB, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was MH03 XXB registered?

MH03 XXB is a 2006 Mazda RX8, first registered on 4 October 2006.

Is MH03 XXB safe to buy?

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