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SW56 BCF

2006 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Nov 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,847 mi
Last recorded77,847 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2018
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW56 BCF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2018 77,847 miles

suspension and underbody has general corrosion

Fail 31 Oct 2018 77,847 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

suspension and underbody has general corrosion

Pass 20 Nov 2017 75,409 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 78,074 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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 28 Oct 2015 64,931 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2014 61,420 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Oct 2013 56,063 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 Aug 2012 45,569 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)

Fail 13 Aug 2012 45,442 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 36,908 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2010 23,387 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Nov 2009 19,222 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)

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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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SW56 BCF is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SW56 BCF, 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.

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What year was SW56 BCF registered?

SW56 BCF is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 7 November 2006.

Is SW56 BCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW56 BCF shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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