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WR53 RTV

2003 Mazda RX8

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

99,306 mi
Last recorded99,306 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2010
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX840,380 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR53 RTV
MakeMazda
ModelRX8
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc
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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2010 99,306 miles

frt discs worn

frt pads worn low on inner edge

Pass 26 Nov 2009 75,711 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 56,043 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 41,499 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2007 41,459 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)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 3 Nov 2006 35,214 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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WR53 RTV is a 2003 Mazda RX8 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.1% with a typical mileage of 40,380 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 WR53 RTV, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was WR53 RTV registered?

WR53 RTV is a 2003 Mazda RX8, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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