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WX56 XHT

2006 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Mar 2027
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

62,220 mi
Last recorded62,220 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX56 XHT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 62,220 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2025 60,842 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 59,679 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2023 58,423 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 56,725 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jan 2021 56,164 miles

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

Pass 15 Jul 2019 55,337 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2018 54,371 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 53,654 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 52,329 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2015 46,117 miles

Child seat fitted n/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Child seat fitted o/s/r seat not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Jul 2014 40,915 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 40,915 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 1 Jul 2013 33,797 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2012 26,612 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 21,901 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 16,681 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 11,888 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 11,888 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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
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WX56 XHT is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 WX56 XHT, 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 WX56 XHT registered?

WX56 XHT is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 26 September 2006.

Is WX56 XHT safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX56 XHT shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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