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HX53 ECC

2005 Mazda RX8

Red Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2017
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

63,764 mi
Last recorded63,764 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2016
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX844,874 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX53 ECC
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc
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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2016 63,764 miles

EML on

front brake pads getting low

rear brake pads low

Fail 24 Oct 2016 63,764 miles

EML on

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake pads getting low

rear brake pads low

Pass 28 Oct 2015 60,728 miles

EML light on

Fail 28 Oct 2015 60,728 miles

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

front brake application uneven nearside weak (3.7.B.2)

EML light on

Fail 3 Nov 2014 52,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

engine management light on

nearside front tyre outer side wall perished and tread wearing on inner edge

offside front upper suspension balljoint dust cover perished

rear brake pads worn

slight corrosion outer and inner sills

Pass 3 Nov 2014 52,401 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

engine management light on

nearside front tyre outer side wall perished and tread wearing on inner edge

offside front upper suspension balljoint dust cover perished

rear brake pads worn

slight corrosion outer and inner sills

Pass 30 Oct 2013 38,899 miles

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

engine management light on dash

Pass 5 Nov 2012 37,997 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2011 35,600 miles

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

Fail 4 Nov 2011 35,600 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage severely distorted (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 29 Oct 2010 34,092 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2010 34,092 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 31,346 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2009 31,346 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 26,554 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2008 26,554 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 17,365 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2006 13,069 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda RX8?

Based on 3,515 MOT tests across 283 vehicles.

75.2%
Pass Rate
3,795
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
283
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 183
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 101
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 87
Anti-roll bar linkage insecure 79
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 70
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HX53 ECC is a 2005 Mazda RX8 in Red with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.3% with a typical mileage of 44,874 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 RX8 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 183 recorded failures. If you're considering buying HX53 ECC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was HX53 ECC registered?

HX53 ECC is a 2005 Mazda RX8, first registered on 22 August 2005.

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