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WU06 UAY

2006 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

51,350 mi
Last recorded51,350 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 UAY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 51,350 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 49,166 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2022 48,593 miles

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

Pass 18 Mar 2021 47,084 miles

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

Fail 18 Mar 2021 47,084 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2020 45,381 miles

Both front tyres have age related cracking

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Mar 2019 42,448 miles

Both front tyres have age related cracking

Pass 13 Mar 2018 40,189 miles

Offside front brake slightly binding on

Pass 2 Mar 2017 37,273 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 34,485 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2016 34,485 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking Caliper (3.6.A.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2015 81,145 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 28,759 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 27,943 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2012 26,261 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 25,552 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 23,747 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2010 23,747 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2009 19,508 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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WU06 UAY is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 WU06 UAY, 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 WU06 UAY registered?

WU06 UAY is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 March 2006.

Is WU06 UAY safe to buy?

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