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A14 SGX

2006 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2020
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

57,049 mi
Last recorded57,049 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA14 SGX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 57,049 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2018 54,798 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2018 54,798 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2017 52,949 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2016 50,777 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit just over 2mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear outers ()

rear exhaust clamp almost corroded through

small chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Aug 2015 47,129 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2014 43,459 miles

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

Pass 24 Aug 2013 40,419 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 37,519 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 37,514 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Fail 25 Aug 2012 37,498 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

n/s/rear tyre has BORDER LINE CUT IN INNER TREAD

Pass 2 Sep 2011 34,960 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2010 31,643 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2009 23,509 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 23,509 miles

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

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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A14 SGX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 46,349 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 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 A14 SGX, 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 20 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 A14 SGX registered?

A14 SGX is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 1 September 2006.

Is A14 SGX safe to buy?

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