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OE56 GXP

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

60,257 mi
Last recorded60,257 miles
Recorded on19 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE56 GXP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2017 60,257 miles

front brake pads 2/3 worn

osf anti roll bar link worn and deteriated

osr brake starting to bind

osr tyre on min tread level

rear brake pads close to min thickness

Pass 9 May 2016 53,397 miles

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

Fail 7 May 2016 53,397 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2015 49,431 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 46,133 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Apr 2013 39,133 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

n/s/rear tyre wearing low

Pass 26 Nov 2011 24,786 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 11 Dec 2010 17,925 miles

o/s/rear tyre cuts in tread no cord showing at time of test

o/s/rear tyre wearing very low

Pass 4 Dec 2009 13,344 miles

o/s/rear tyre 2mm

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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OE56 GXP is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 OE56 GXP, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OE56 GXP registered?

OE56 GXP is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 7 December 2006.

Is OE56 GXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE56 GXP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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