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VE53 YZF

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

43,226 mi
Last recorded43,226 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2007
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE53 YZF
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 5 Jan 2007 43,226 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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VE53 YZF is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VE53 YZF, 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

How do I check the history of VE53 YZF?

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What year was VE53 YZF registered?

VE53 YZF is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 3 December 2003.

Is VE53 YZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE53 YZF shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VE53 YZF have outstanding finance?

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