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RX06 THX

2006 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2020
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

89,559 mi
Last recorded89,559 miles
Recorded on30 May 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX06 THX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 May 2019 89,559 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

suspension components rusty

Pass 8 Jun 2018 86,958 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 86,933 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Jun 2017 82,122 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 82,122 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2016 81,265 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 80,005 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 75,149 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2013 73,734 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 67,306 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2012 67,306 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Jun 2011 61,829 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 55,347 miles

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

cut in nearside front tyre wall.Front tyre size and load rating not as stated by Mazda

struggled through emission test

Fail 7 Jul 2010 55,347 miles

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

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

cut in nearside front tyre wall.Front tyre size and load rating not as stated by Mazda

struggled through emission test

Pass 6 Jul 2009 45,855 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2009 45,803 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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
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RX06 THX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RX06 THX, 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 RX06 THX registered?

RX06 THX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 18 May 2006.

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