CarVerify

Free Car Check

MT53 TPY

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

47,497 mi
Last recorded47,497 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT53 TPY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2018 47,497 miles

both rear brakes are binding but not sufficient to present of roller brake test

front brake disks significantly lipped

front brake pads at 2mm thickness

nearside and offside headlight lenses deteriorating

offside rear exhaust tail pipe missing

offside rear tyre at 3mm tread depth 225/45/18

Fail 7 Dec 2018 47,497 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively also arm catches screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

both rear brakes are binding but not sufficient to present of roller brake test

front brake disks significantly lipped

front brake pads at 2mm thickness

nearside and offside headlight lenses deteriorating

offside rear exhaust tail pipe missing

offside rear tyre at 3mm tread depth 225/45/18

Pass 15 Dec 2017 38,251 miles

Nearside Rear brake has a slight bind

Offside Rear tyre has two nails in it

engine management light on

nearside and offside inner sill corroding

rear suspension arms corroding

sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Dec 2016 32,943 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 32,925 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill and inner wheel arch area (2.4.A.3)

Several nails in offside rear tyre

Pass 11 Nov 2015 31,547 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2014 30,382 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2013 28,885 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 27,540 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2011 25,308 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 23,479 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 23,479 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Oct 2009 21,297 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2008 18,288 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 16,027 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2006 13,654 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

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

MT53 TPY is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 MT53 TPY, 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

How do I check the history of MT53 TPY?

You can check the full history of MT53 TPY by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was MT53 TPY registered?

MT53 TPY is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is MT53 TPY safe to buy?

The MOT history for MT53 TPY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MT53 TPY have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on MT53 TPY. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.