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BD53 LXE

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

84,436 mi
Last recorded84,436 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD53 LXE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2015 84,436 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

n/s wiper blade damaged but clears screen

Fail 16 Jun 2014 84,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Apr 2013 82,674 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2013 82,672 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 13 Jan 2012 79,347 miles

both front disc inner condition corroded

rear subframe assembly corrodedc

slight engine oil leak

unable to fully inspect rear seat belts due to fitment of child seats being fitted

Pass 21 Jan 2011 75,671 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 67,730 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2010 67,730 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2009 58,102 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2008 48,780 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 39,475 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
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BD53 LXE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 50,370 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 BD53 LXE, 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 23 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 BD53 LXE registered?

BD53 LXE is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 12 November 2003.

Is BD53 LXE safe to buy?

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