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OW53 AFK

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

107,083 mi
Last recorded107,083 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 AFK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2014 107,083 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2014 107,007 miles

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 position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

registration plate fitted to the front does not have black characters on a white background (6.3.2a)

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

Fail 17 Dec 2013 102,507 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 17 Dec 2013 102,507 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 98,052 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2012 98,052 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod missing (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 90,134 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 86,885 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear discs rusty

Pass 11 Dec 2009 78,904 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 63,724 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2007 53,432 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2007 53,432 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2006 42,777 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

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OW53 AFK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 OW53 AFK, 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.

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What year was OW53 AFK registered?

OW53 AFK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is OW53 AFK safe to buy?

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