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A42 KLN

1984 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

72,832 mi
Last recorded72,832 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2025
Typical for 1984 Mazda RX-787,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA42 KLN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2025 72,832 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 71,240 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 70,594 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2022 69,820 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2021 69,282 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2020 68,345 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2020 68,345 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 May 2019 66,913 miles
Fail 1 May 2019 66,913 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 4 May 2018 66,541 miles

Exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 10 May 2017 66,269 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 66,075 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 65,901 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2014 65,793 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 65,630 miles
Pass 16 May 2012 65,528 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 May 2011 65,263 miles
Pass 11 May 2010 65,054 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 64,842 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 64,720 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 64,154 miles
Pass 25 May 2006 63,695 miles
Fail 19 May 2006 63,677 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

How Reliable is the Mazda RX-7?

Based on 26,447 MOT tests across 3,809 vehicles.

75.0%
Pass Rate
971
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
3,809
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 690
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 676
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 639
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 615
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 521
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A42 KLN is a 1984 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 1984 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 87,681 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda RX-7 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 690 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A42 KLN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda RX-7 typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 42 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A42 KLN registered?

A42 KLN is a 1984 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 30 December 1984.

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The MOT history for A42 KLN shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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