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R8 GMF

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2021
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

8,325 mi
Last recorded8,325 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 GMF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 25 Apr 2020 8,325 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2018 8,292 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2017 8,180 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2016 8,115 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 8,050 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 7,963 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2013 7,863 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 7,800 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2011 7,674 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 7,493 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2009 7,109 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 6,043 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 4,995 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2006 3,854 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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R8 GMF is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R8 GMF, 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 R8 GMF registered?

R8 GMF is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 November 2003.

Is R8 GMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R8 GMF shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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