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AF04 DBY

2004 Mazda RX-8

Blue Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

75,997 mi
Last recorded75,997 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda RX-850,944 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF04 DBY
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 75,997 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2025 75,074 miles

Front headlamp lens slightly cloudy

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Aug 2023 74,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 71,914 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2021 69,325 miles

Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Pass 12 Sep 2019 68,054 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 8 May 2018 64,320 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 27 Apr 2017 63,295 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2017 63,295 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

engine covers and under trays fitted

Pass 22 Apr 2016 62,515 miles

engine covers fitted

Pass 16 Apr 2015 61,720 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

temperary beam benders fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2014 61,135 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2013 61,078 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 60,767 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 59,653 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 58,741 miles

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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AF04 DBY is a 2004 Mazda RX-8 in Blue with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 AF04 DBY, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AF04 DBY registered?

AF04 DBY is a 2004 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is AF04 DBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AF04 DBY shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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