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PL06 OPH

2006 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Feb 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

140,970 mi
Last recorded140,970 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL06 OPH
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 140,970 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 136,670 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 131,461 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2023 126,355 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2022 121,981 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 115,331 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2020 107,391 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 101,817 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 89,668 miles

has a cut in o/s front and o/s rear tyres but not showing cords

Pass 5 Apr 2013 82,083 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 66,274 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 58,363 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2011 58,363 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2010 56,558 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2010 56,558 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 12 Mar 2010 49,172 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 49,172 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)

Pass 16 Mar 2009 33,423 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
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PL06 OPH is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 PL06 OPH, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX-8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PL06 OPH registered?

PL06 OPH is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 18 March 2006.

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