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X8 GRB

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2019
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

62,910 mi
Last recorded62,910 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2018
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX8 GRB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2018 62,910 miles

Both headlamps mist

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

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

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

Vehicle structure has general corrosion

Pass 24 Feb 2017 58,771 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2016 52,810 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 47,080 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2015 47,080 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Apr 2014 45,908 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 43,543 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 Apr 2012 43,543 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 40,154 miles

rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 4 May 2010 33,936 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 27,106 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 27,106 miles

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

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

Pass 9 May 2008 22,098 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 17,493 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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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X8 GRB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 X8 GRB, 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.

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What year was X8 GRB registered?

X8 GRB is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 28 May 2004.

Is X8 GRB safe to buy?

The MOT history for X8 GRB shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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