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A4 FGK

2004 Mazda RX-8

Grey Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Apr 2025
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

73,809 mi
Last recorded73,809 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2024
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA4 FGK
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2024 73,809 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2023 69,613 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2023 69,613 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2017 68,489 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 64,180 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 58,738 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2014 58,738 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2013 57,935 miles

All 4 tyres close to legal limit

Front brake discs corroded

Rear brake discs badly corroded

Pass 16 Oct 2012 52,593 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Aug 2011 51,152 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 43,900 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 37,908 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,761 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2008 32,761 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 31,553 miles

both rear tyres are nearly on the legal limit

Fail 10 Sep 2007 31,553 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

both rear tyres are nearly on the legal limit

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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A4 FGK is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Grey with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 A4 FGK, 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 A4 FGK registered?

A4 FGK is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 4 September 2004.

Is A4 FGK safe to buy?

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