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RG03 BFF

2009 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2017
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

34,515 mi
Last recorded34,515 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2016
Typical for 2009 Mazda RX848,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG03 BFF
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2016 34,515 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2016 34,515 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Dec 2015 27,020 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 27,017 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 19,203 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2014 19,198 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 11,274 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Dec 2012 3,394 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 65 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2008 12 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2008 12 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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RG03 BFF is a 2009 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2009 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 48,237 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RG03 BFF, 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 17 years old, this Mazda RX8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG03 BFF registered?

RG03 BFF is a 2009 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 August 2009.

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