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YK04 ECX

2004 Mazda RX-8

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2012
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

83,904 mi
Last recorded83,904 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2011
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK04 ECX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Feb 2011 83,904 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2009 77,148 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 61,702 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 61,702 miles

Offside Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 40,745 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

front brake pads worn low. † †front brake discs have excessive wear on inner edges.

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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YK04 ECX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YK04 ECX, 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 YK04 ECX registered?

YK04 ECX is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 22 April 2004.

Is YK04 ECX safe to buy?

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