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PJ53 FVL

2003 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

83,749 mi
Last recorded83,749 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2018
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ53 FVL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 13 Aug 2018 83,749 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front wheel set further back than other side

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged (5.2.3 (d) (i))

drivers seat side trim insecure

sills corroded

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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PJ53 FVL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

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 PJ53 FVL, 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 PJ53 FVL registered?

PJ53 FVL is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 20 November 2003.

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