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AV56 OHW

2006 Mazda RX-8

Black Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Dec 2020
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

48,014 mi
Last recorded48,014 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2019
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-846,349 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 OHW
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2006
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2019 48,014 miles

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Fail 30 May 2019 48,013 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front tyre cracking in tread

Pass 5 Jun 2018 46,078 miles

both front tyres low inner edges

Pass 26 May 2017 44,715 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 43,167 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 39,231 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 36,144 miles
Fail 21 May 2014 36,144 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 beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 30,921 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 24,219 miles
Pass 26 May 2011 16,018 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 6,047 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)

Fail 3 Jun 2010 6,047 miles

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

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)

front wiper blades split

Pass 26 Nov 2009 5,257 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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AV56 OHW is a 2006 Mazda RX-8 in Black with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 AV56 OHW, 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.

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What year was AV56 OHW registered?

AV56 OHW is a 2006 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is AV56 OHW safe to buy?

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