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YA53 HRK

2003 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2015
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,638 mi
Last recorded66,638 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA53 HRK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2013 66,638 miles

Coolant level warning light on. Indicating a fault.

O/s tail pipe cracked after CAT & exhaust back box, positon of crack doesn't cause issue to security or result in excessive noise or emissions failure.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 17 Dec 2013 66,637 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Coolant level warning light on. Indicating a fault.

N/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge but no ply or cords exposed & above legal limit.

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

O/s tail pipe cracked after CAT & exhaust back box, positon of crack doesn't cause issue to security or result in excessive noise or emissions failure.

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 60,300 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 53,075 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 46,770 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2009 36,457 miles

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

Fail 17 Dec 2009 36,457 miles

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 15 Dec 2008 31,370 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 24,157 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 17,623 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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YA53 HRK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 YA53 HRK, 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 23 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 YA53 HRK registered?

YA53 HRK is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 23 December 2003.

Is YA53 HRK safe to buy?

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