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SJ06 AFY

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

56,002 mi
Last recorded56,002 miles
Recorded on2 Jan 2015
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ06 AFY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jan 2015 56,002 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

windscreen cracked to nearside - does not affect driver's view of the road at present - advise replacement

Fail 2 Jan 2015 56,002 miles

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

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

windscreen cracked to nearside - does not affect driver's view of the road at present - advise replacement

Pass 11 Jan 2014 46,643 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2014 46,643 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 35,184 miles

O/S/F & N/S/F tyres have cracks on surface but not deep enough to reach ply or cords

Pass 18 Nov 2011 28,451 miles

both rear brake discs corroded slightly

rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 25,624 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2009 25,603 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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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SJ06 AFY is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 SJ06 AFY, 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 SJ06 AFY registered?

SJ06 AFY is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 March 2006.

Is SJ06 AFY safe to buy?

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