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RA55 GDX

2005 Mazda RX8

Silver Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

60,430 mi
Last recorded60,430 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX844,874 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA55 GDX
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc
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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 60,430 miles

Coolant leak header tank area ()

Pass 3 Aug 2024 58,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

general under vehicle corrosion

undertrays and covers fitted

Fail 3 Aug 2024 58,705 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2021 58,569 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 56,324 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2019 54,317 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 52,070 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2017 49,744 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 47,420 miles

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

Pass 7 Sep 2015 47,075 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 46,006 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear exhaust clamp deteriorated

Pass 14 Sep 2013 44,075 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

rear ex box clamp rusted out.

Pass 18 Sep 2012 41,977 miles
Pass 19 May 2012 39,452 miles

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

Offside Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 28 May 2011 31,144 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

nearside rear tyre on 2mm

rear exhaust clamp corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2009 27,504 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 24,479 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)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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RA55 GDX is a 2005 Mazda RX8 in Silver with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,874 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RA55 GDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was RA55 GDX registered?

RA55 GDX is a 2005 Mazda RX8, first registered on 30 November 2005.

Is RA55 GDX safe to buy?

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