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V21 JET

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

10,494 mi
Last recorded10,494 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV21 JET
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2025 10,494 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 11 Aug 2025 10,488 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached detatched (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 23 Aug 2024 10,474 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 10,459 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 10,459 miles

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 10,453 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2021 10,419 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2020 10,292 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 10,133 miles
Pass 17 May 2018 9,908 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 9,726 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 9,492 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 9,237 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 8,945 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 8,398 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 8,202 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 8,202 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 May 2011 7,672 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 7,672 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 May 2010 6,734 miles
Fail 14 May 2010 6,734 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 14 May 2009 5,701 miles

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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V21 JET is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 V21 JET, 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 V21 JET registered?

V21 JET is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 May 2006.

Is V21 JET safe to buy?

The MOT history for V21 JET shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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