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R8 LWP

2006 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2024
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,304 mi
Last recorded88,304 miles
Recorded on16 May 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR8 LWP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 May 2023 88,304 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 May 2023 88,233 miles

Offside Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Front to rear inner sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced Central to rear outer sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area so inadequately repaired that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Mar 2022 86,680 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Nearside inner sill has been repaired and covered with underseal

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Rear handbrake has reduced effort

Offside inner sill has been repaired and covered with underseal

Rear suspension corroded

front brake back plates corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2022 86,680 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front exhaust heat shield deteriorated

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear brake back plate corroded

Nearside inner sill has been repaired and covered with underseal

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear brake back plate corroded

Offside Rear handbrake has reduced effort

Offside inner sill has been repaired and covered with underseal

Rear suspension corroded

front brake back plates corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2021 86,589 miles

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

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 82,760 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 79,962 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2019 76,604 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 75,167 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 72,072 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 67,033 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 61,776 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2013 56,722 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2013 56,722 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Dec 2012 52,323 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 50,863 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2012 47,711 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 7 Oct 2011 45,060 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2010 31,010 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Nov 2010 31,010 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2009 19,678 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 LWP is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 R8 LWP, 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.

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What year was R8 LWP registered?

R8 LWP is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 October 2006.

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