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PG06 XBZ

2006 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

63,910 mi
Last recorded63,910 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX845,528 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG06 XBZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2025 63,910 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Dec 2025 63,756 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill/ wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill /wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm now (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive From engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Dec 2024 60,345 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Dec 2023 56,891 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2022 51,853 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 45,281 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing severely cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective blade splitting (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing severely cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 8 Dec 2020 42,816 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked on outer edge and outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 Nov 2019 40,263 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 36,277 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 23,904 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2017 32,904 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Nov 2016 26,517 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 22,729 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2015 22,729 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure broken (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Nov 2014 19,621 miles

o/s/r tyre 2.5 mm

Pass 5 Dec 2013 13,359 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 8,392 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2012 7,804 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2011 6,916 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 6,139 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2010 6,137 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2009 4,789 miles

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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PG06 XBZ is a 2006 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 45,528 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 PG06 XBZ, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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PG06 XBZ is a 2006 Mazda RX8, first registered on 21 July 2006.

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