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WU04 EVV

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Dec 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

64,662 mi
Last recorded64,662 miles
Recorded on14 Dec 2015
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU04 EVV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Dec 2015 64,662 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 21 Nov 2014 59,163 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Nov 2014 59,163 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2013 55,682 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 52,287 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 10 Dec 2012 52,280 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching badly frayed (5.2.2b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 48,430 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2012 48,430 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2011 37,597 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2010 42,315 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 28,959 miles

both number plates has black with slight shadowed but can rear ok

Fail 10 Aug 2009 28,950 miles

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Pass 11 Aug 2008 27,059 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 24,471 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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WU04 EVV is a 2004 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 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 50,944 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 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 WU04 EVV, 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 22 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 WU04 EVV?

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What year was WU04 EVV registered?

WU04 EVV is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is WU04 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU04 EVV shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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