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X857 YAA

2004 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

43,753 mi
Last recorded43,753 miles
Recorded on14 May 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX846,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX857 YAA
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 May 2024 43,753 miles
Pass 2 May 2023 43,731 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2022 43,713 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill assy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill assy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

front suspension componants corroded

rear suspension componants corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2021 42,972 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill assy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill assy (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 41,786 miles

General under body corrosion

Pass 18 Oct 2019 40,308 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 37,923 miles

Front Undertray not fully secure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 35,235 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 35,235 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2016 31,032 miles

Nearside Rear light cluster water ingress

Offside Rear light cluster water ingress

Pass 16 Oct 2015 29,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 11 Oct 2014 27,944 miles

all 4 tyres condition

Pass 21 Oct 2013 19,691 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 May 2012 16,482 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2011 14,273 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 13,391 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 13,391 miles

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

Pass 12 Mar 2009 11,967 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 10,322 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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X857 YAA is a 2004 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 X857 YAA, 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 X857 YAA registered?

X857 YAA is a 2004 Mazda RX8, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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