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R4 YRX

2003 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

137,675 mi
Last recorded137,675 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2024
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR4 YRX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2024 137,675 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2023 132,076 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 124,089 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2021 119,096 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2020 113,946 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2019 108,550 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2017 107,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 101,476 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2015 96,414 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 92,309 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 86,869 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2011 82,013 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2011 76,051 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 68,913 miles

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

nearside front tyre on legal limit

Fail 9 Dec 2009 68,913 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

nearside front tyre on legal limit

Fail 7 Dec 2009 68,796 miles

Nearside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc cracked (3.5.1h)

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)

n/s mirror loose

Pass 17 Nov 2008 62,155 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 62,155 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Dec 2007 53,434 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2007 53,434 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2006 36,581 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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R4 YRX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 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 R4 YRX, 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 R4 YRX registered?

R4 YRX is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 11 December 2003.

Is R4 YRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R4 YRX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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