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AE54 VWM

2004 Mazda RX-8

Green Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

62,495 mi
Last recorded62,495 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2013
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 VWM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2013 62,495 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2012 61,506 miles

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

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

both sides front brake discs rusted & pitted reducing braking area . both sides front brake pads wearing thin

both sides rear brake discs surfaces rusted & pitted reducing braking area . both sides rear brake pads wearing thin

nearside rear tyre inner edge devoid of tread

Pass 18 Feb 2011 54,932 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2010 50,664 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 43,458 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 33,433 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 28,453 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2007 28,453 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.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
Full Mazda RX-8 reliability report

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AE54 VWM is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Green with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 AE54 VWM, 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 AE54 VWM registered?

AE54 VWM is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 17 September 2004.

Is AE54 VWM safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 VWM shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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