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WCZ 2347

2004 Mazda RX8

Blue Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jan 2027
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

29,839 mi
Last recorded29,839 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX846,774 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWCZ 2347
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2026 29,839 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2024 43,908 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front subframe corrosion

Nearside Front track rod corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front track rod corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Fail 13 Nov 2024 43,908 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front subframe corrosion

Nearside Front track rod corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front track rod corroded

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear shock absorbers corroded

Pass 25 May 2019 21,242 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre perished. 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 May 2019 21,242 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre perished. 225/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + tyre perished. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

undertrays fitted

Pass 26 May 2018 19,382 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner + outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner + outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

both front tyres cracked + perished. 225/45/18

undertrays fitted

Fail 25 May 2018 19,380 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not releasing (7.1.2 (d))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner + outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner + outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

both front tyres cracked + perished. 225/45/18

undertrays fitted

Pass 19 Sep 2016 16,922 miles

Nearside Rear brake is binding slightly

The underside of vehicle has slight surface rust

Pass 17 Sep 2015 14,919 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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WCZ 2347 is a 2004 Mazda RX8 in Blue with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.5% with a typical mileage of 46,774 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying WCZ 2347, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WCZ 2347 registered?

WCZ 2347 is a 2004 Mazda RX8, first registered on 3 March 2004.

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