2005 Mazda RX-8 2.6L Petrol · KY55 VMG
2005 Mazda RX-8 (2.6L, petrol). First registered 18 Oct 2005. Recorded mileage 47,606 miles. MOT expired on 23 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA RX-8
- Year / Origin
- 2005 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 23 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 47,606 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KY55 VMG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/08/2025
- 47,606 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KY55 VMG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2005 Mazda Rx-8 (KY55 VMG) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
KY55 VMG Mileage History
- 25/08/202344,374 mi
- 05/08/202445,960 mi+1,586 mi
- 10/08/202445,969 mi+9 mi
- 20/08/202547,597 mi+1,628 mi
- 23/08/202547,606 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 1,620 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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