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SKZ 7169

2006 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2020
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,169 mi
Last recorded78,169 miles
Recorded on26 Jul 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSKZ 7169
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jul 2019 78,169 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2018 75,231 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 75,231 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 74,142 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2016 72,488 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2015 70,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Jul 2015 70,492 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2014 66,565 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 66,565 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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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SKZ 7169 is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 SKZ 7169, 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 SKZ 7169 registered?

SKZ 7169 is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 30 January 2006.

Is SKZ 7169 safe to buy?

The MOT history for SKZ 7169 shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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