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SM56 TZA

2006 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

55,450 mi
Last recorded55,450 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM56 TZA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2022 55,450 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal AT SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal AT SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2021 50,072 miles

Front Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Handbrake travel high

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sills (6.2.2 (d) (i))

steering universal joint stiff

Pass 27 Jul 2017 48,750 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2017 48,750 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2016 43,144 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

off side tyre is perished

Pass 25 May 2015 39,688 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2013 34,569 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 31,134 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 27,797 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 24,119 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2009 17,602 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside 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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SM56 TZA is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 SM56 TZA, 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 SM56 TZA registered?

SM56 TZA is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is SM56 TZA safe to buy?

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