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PG53 UGZ

2003 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

56,426 mi
Last recorded56,426 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX840,380 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPG53 UGZ
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2015 56,426 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2014 54,170 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)

Fail 27 Oct 2014 54,170 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 50,465 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 39,950 miles

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

Fail 18 Apr 2011 39,875 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Apr 2010 30,205 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 22,145 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 18,692 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 10,813 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 10,813 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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PG53 UGZ is a 2003 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 40,380 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 RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying PG53 UGZ, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was PG53 UGZ registered?

PG53 UGZ is a 2003 Mazda RX8, first registered on 26 March 2003.

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