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NC53 FSP

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2024
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

57,707 mi
Last recorded57,707 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC53 FSP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2023 57,707 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 55,862 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 16 Aug 2016 43,750 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit all 2.0mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 34,687 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2014 33,625 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

front both tyres perished

Pass 16 Aug 2014 33,625 miles

front both tyres perished

Pass 15 Aug 2013 32,295 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 30,313 miles

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

Pass 13 Aug 2011 28,930 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 26,777 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2009 24,803 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2008 22,197 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 18,572 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2007 18,572 miles

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

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

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

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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NC53 FSP is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 NC53 FSP, 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 NC53 FSP registered?

NC53 FSP is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is NC53 FSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC53 FSP shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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