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T7 EDC

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

65,309 mi
Last recorded65,309 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT7 EDC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 65,309 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2019 65,284 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 63,945 miles

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 62,075 miles

CORROSION TO UNDERSIDE AND SUSPENSION

EXHAUST NOISE LEVEL HIGH

Pass 12 Feb 2016 60,021 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 57,425 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Nov 2013 53,608 miles

Condensation in OSR light unit.

Engine management light on.

Front wipers deteriorating.Splitting at ends.

General corrosion to underbody and components.

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 28 Nov 2013 53,608 miles

Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Condensation in OSR light unit.

Engine management light on.

Front wipers deteriorating.Splitting at ends.

General corrosion to underbody and components.

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 8 Dec 2012 48,084 miles

n/s wiper split

slight cut in n/s/r tyre sidewall

Pass 21 Nov 2011 45,080 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 40,689 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2009 34,514 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 Nov 2007 23,987 miles

Oil leak

Pass 13 Nov 2006 18,699 miles

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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T7 EDC is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 T7 EDC, 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 23 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 T7 EDC registered?

T7 EDC is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is T7 EDC safe to buy?

The MOT history for T7 EDC shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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