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SC53 EZU

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

70,858 mi
Last recorded70,858 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSC53 EZU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2012 70,858 miles

corrosion forming through out vehicle

Fail 30 Mar 2012 70,858 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

corrosion forming through out vehicle

Pass 9 Apr 2011 66,119 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 48,239 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2009 37,681 miles

CONDENSATION INSIDE REAR LIGHTS

Pass 27 Nov 2007 33,485 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 26,259 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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SC53 EZU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 SC53 EZU, 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 23 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 SC53 EZU registered?

SC53 EZU is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 December 2003.

Is SC53 EZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SC53 EZU shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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