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BD53 LXO

2003 Mazda RX-8

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

69,006 mi
Last recorded69,006 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2016
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-850,370 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2016 69,006 miles

O/S rear sill coroded

Fail 10 Jun 2016 69,006 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

O/S rear sill coroded

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 May 2015 66,616 miles
Fail 1 May 2015 66,614 miles

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 2 May 2014 61,847 miles
Pass 17 May 2013 55,193 miles

engine management light on

Fail 6 Sep 2011 48,859 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 48,859 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 46,632 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2010 42,957 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 41,347 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 41,347 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 39,705 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2008 39,705 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2007 35,677 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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BD53 LXO is a 2003 Mazda RX-8 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LXO, 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 LXO registered?

BD53 LXO is a 2003 Mazda RX-8, first registered on 19 December 2003.

Is BD53 LXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD53 LXO shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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