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SK06 XFP

2006 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2018
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

64,754 mi
Last recorded64,754 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX845,528 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK06 XFP
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2017 64,754 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Oct 2016 58,241 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 48,623 miles

nearside rear shock absorber showing oil swet

Pass 14 Oct 2014 38,340 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 27,651 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 22,357 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 13,933 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 12,562 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)

Pass 13 Oct 2009 10,092 miles

Passenger,front wiper smearing screen slightly.

Slight damage to O/S/F seatbelt webbing.

Fail 13 Oct 2009 10,092 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Passenger,front wiper smearing screen slightly.

Slight damage to O/S/F seatbelt webbing.

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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SK06 XFP is a 2006 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 45,528 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SK06 XFP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SK06 XFP registered?

SK06 XFP is a 2006 Mazda RX8, first registered on 1 March 2006.

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