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YB05 ERJ

2005 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Aug 2016
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,774 mi
Last recorded54,774 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2015
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-848,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYB05 ERJ
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2015 54,774 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2014 52,913 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)

OSR tyre cut across the tread.

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

Pass 4 Jun 2013 45,054 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 40,297 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 35,887 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 31,026 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 25,294 miles

both front tyres are wearing close to the cords on the inner edges

Pass 27 Jun 2008 20,828 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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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YB05 ERJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YB05 ERJ, 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 YB05 ERJ registered?

YB05 ERJ is a 2005 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 June 2005.

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