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YF03 PKS

2003 Mazda RX8

Grey Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2017
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

92,657 mi
Last recorded92,657 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX840,380 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYF03 PKS
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2016 92,657 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Front damage to tyre wall

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Rear tyres deteriorated

Fail 7 Apr 2016 92,647 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Nearside Front damage to tyre wall

Pass 4 Jul 2013 90,536 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 83,364 miles

rear exhaust very rusty

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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YF03 PKS is a 2003 Mazda RX8 in Grey with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 40,380 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 YF03 PKS, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was YF03 PKS registered?

YF03 PKS is a 2003 Mazda RX8, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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