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RV56 TLJ

2006 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

51,428 mi
Last recorded51,428 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV56 TLJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2025 51,428 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2024 49,300 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 47,308 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 47,306 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 4 Aug 2022 45,647 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 43,982 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 43,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2019 41,716 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2018 38,868 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2017 38,483 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2016 36,981 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2016 36,979 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2015 34,279 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 34,232 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2014 32,414 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 29,473 miles

both front tyres perishing

both front tyres worn on inner edges

Pass 6 Nov 2012 28,547 miles

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

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)

Pass 28 Nov 2011 26,406 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,564 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2009 17,235 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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RV56 TLJ is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RV56 TLJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV56 TLJ registered?

RV56 TLJ is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is RV56 TLJ safe to buy?

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