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SG56 WCN

2006 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

58,948 mi
Last recorded58,948 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2021
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG56 WCN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2021 58,948 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 4 Dec 2020 47,011 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 21 May 2019 43,161 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 42,601 miles
Fail 28 May 2018 42,797 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 May 2017 41,020 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2016 40,660 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 39,068 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 39,068 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

Pass 30 Jul 2014 37,232 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 36,149 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 33,035 miles

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE DISCS PITTED

Fail 28 Sep 2012 32,975 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

ADVISE FRONT BRAKE DISCS PITTED

Pass 20 Sep 2011 27,652 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2011 25,569 miles

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

both front tyres slight cracking on tread due to age

o/s/r brake calliper has slight deteriation of seal

Pass 25 Mar 2011 25,569 miles

both front tyres slight cracking on tread due to age

o/s/r brake calliper has slight deteriation of seal

Pass 14 Aug 2009 19,752 miles

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

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

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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SG56 WCN is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 SG56 WCN, 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 SG56 WCN registered?

SG56 WCN is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 September 2006.

Is SG56 WCN safe to buy?

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