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R27 RXB

2006 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

62,435 mi
Last recorded62,435 miles
Recorded on8 May 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR27 RXB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 May 2017 62,435 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 60,159 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 60,135 miles

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

Fail 17 Nov 2014 60,135 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (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)

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

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 51,290 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 45,229 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 45,229 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Aug 2011 39,280 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 33,901 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

foot brakes slightly spongy

Pass 1 Aug 2009 28,019 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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R27 RXB is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R27 RXB, 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 R27 RXB registered?

R27 RXB is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 July 2006.

Is R27 RXB safe to buy?

The MOT history for R27 RXB shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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