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A5 RXT

1989 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 May 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

158,696 mi
Last recorded158,696 miles
Recorded on2 May 2024
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 RXT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 May 2024 158,696 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Apr 2023 158,652 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKS IN SIDEWALL. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing CRACKS IN SIDEWALL. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Apr 2022 158,636 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2021 158,592 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 158,245 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 157,862 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2018 157,315 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 157,038 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 156,340 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 155,943 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 155,479 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2014 155,474 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (7.1.4)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 155,399 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 155,399 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2011 154,990 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 154,748 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 154,070 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2008 153,375 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 150,850 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2006 140,610 miles

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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A5 RXT is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1989 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 96,604 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 A5 RXT, 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 37 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was A5 RXT registered?

A5 RXT is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is A5 RXT safe to buy?

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