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SD53 RXE

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2020
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

135,570 mi
Last recorded135,570 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2021
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD53 RXE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 Feb 2021 135,570 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear arh corrision

nsr wheal arch corrision

rust forming all over lower chassis and structure suspension

Pass 19 Jun 2019 128,883 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

corrosion to nearside and offside rear wheel archs

Fail 18 Jun 2019 128,860 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

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

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

corrosion to nearside and offside rear wheel archs

Pass 7 Jun 2018 124,842 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 120,450 miles

nearside and offside inner and outer sills corroded

nearside outer wheel arch corroded

offside rear outer wheel arch corroded (close to excessive)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 117,636 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2016 117,365 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner wheel arch and sill end (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both inner sills and both rear wheel arches (5.2.6)

Pass 15 Apr 2015 113,654 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2015 113,654 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 104,943 miles

offside outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2013 97,106 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 88,477 miles

REAR SILENCER U CLAMP RUSTED

Fail 24 Jan 2012 88,473 miles

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

REAR SILENCER U CLAMP RUSTED

Pass 27 Jan 2011 79,175 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2010 69,978 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 69,978 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

exhaust heavily corroded.

front pads low.

n/s/f tyre worn on outer edge.

o/s headlamp aim on upper limit.

oil leaks.

rear discs heavily corroded.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 61,405 miles

all four tyres worn on legal limits

Pass 18 Mar 2008 48,752 miles

advise front bonnet handle missing

Pass 12 Apr 2007 37,900 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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SD53 RXE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 SD53 RXE, 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.

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What year was SD53 RXE registered?

SD53 RXE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 25 November 2003.

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