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WU55 YKG

2005 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

59,532 mi
Last recorded59,532 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU55 YKG
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2025 59,532 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.9mm 225/45r18 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Sep 2024 59,089 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2023 58,746 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front washer jet very poor effort but nearside washer provides enough liquid to clear windscreen

Pass 5 Oct 2022 57,895 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 11 Oct 2021 57,430 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2021 57,387 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2020 57,032 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sills n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2019 54,694 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2019 54,671 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Of Sill Inside Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Rear Of Sill Inside Arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil Warning Light On Dash

Pass 3 Sep 2018 51,963 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both nearside and offside outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/valve stem damaged all 4 valve stems perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

coolant expansion tank split / broken at cap

Pass 30 Aug 2017 48,275 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 43,998 miles

Both front, 225/45 18 tyres wearing low (3-4mm, and wearing on inner edges

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 25 Aug 2015 39,664 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 35,508 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2013 31,442 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2012 27,588 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 23,726 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2010 20,239 miles

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

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

Fail 1 Sep 2010 20,239 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber mounting bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 15,531 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 15,531 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2008 11,721 miles

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

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

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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WU55 YKG is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 48,306 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 WU55 YKG, 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 21 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 WU55 YKG registered?

WU55 YKG is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 10 September 2005.

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