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SW04 XMB

2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2010
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

26,178 mi
Last recorded26,178 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2009
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps46,304 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW04 XMB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8 231 Ps
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 11 Apr 2009 26,178 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2008 21,667 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2007 18,613 miles

Nearside brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-8 231 Ps?

Based on 342 MOT tests across 135 vehicles.

72.2%
Pass Rate
2,806
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
135
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 16
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 10
Anti-roll bar linkage fractured 8
brake disc excessively pitted 4
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 3
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SW04 XMB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.6% with a typical mileage of 46,304 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-8 231 Ps fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 16 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SW04 XMB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-8 231 Ps typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda RX-8 231 Ps is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SW04 XMB registered?

SW04 XMB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 231 Ps, first registered on 19 August 2004.

Is SW04 XMB safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW04 XMB shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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