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OW53 URC

2004 Mazda RX8

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

88,735 mi
Last recorded88,735 miles
Recorded on4 Oct 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX846,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOW53 URC
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Oct 2018 88,735 miles

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 4 Oct 2018 88,733 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions directional (5.2.3 (i))

Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface due to rear lights tinted (4.8.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which obviously reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Oct 2017 77,500 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2016 65,344 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outer edge

Offside Rear tyre worn on edges

Pass 23 Sep 2015 54,247 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 Sep 2015 54,239 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 42,800 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2014 42,783 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 Sep 2013 42,230 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 39,747 miles

both front brake discs rusty/pitted

both rear brake discs rusty/pitted

Pass 22 Mar 2011 37,280 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 35,985 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 32,696 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2008 29,032 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 29,032 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Feb 2007 25,131 miles

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

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

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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OW53 URC is a 2004 Mazda RX8 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 46,774 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 OW53 URC, 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 22 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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OW53 URC is a 2004 Mazda RX8, first registered on 19 February 2004.

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