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A7 XRP

1989 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2020
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

85,107 mi
Last recorded85,107 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2022
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 XRP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Jul 2022 85,107 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive 7.66% (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive 2071ppm (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Steering locking device ineffective rose joint nut insecure (2.1.3 (d))

Offside Front Steering rack fixing bolts ineffective rear bolt loose (2.1.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner side of chassis - marked in yellow (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner pin/bush at sub-frame (marked in yellow) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced heavily corroded - after sub-frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

boot floor corroded/holed

both front suspension arm rear bushes are perishing

brake pedal has travel

corrosion to offside front inner wheel arch/turret area's

corrosion to offside rear inner wheel arch area's

general under vehicle corrosion

parking brake lever has travel - on limit

x2 steering wheel securing bolts are loose - steering wheel still secure

Pass 13 May 2019 83,001 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

nearside & offside rear inner wheel arch area's corroding

nearside front chassis leg / inner wheel arch area's corroding

offside front chassis leg area's heavily corroding

oil residue engine area's

spare wheel well area's corroding

suspension bushes are deteriorating

under body area's corroding

Fail 23 Apr 2019 82,922 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg area's within anti-roll bar mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg area's within sub frame mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired inner wheel arch / chassis leg area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement play in bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside rear inner wheel arch area's (5.3.6 (a) (i))

all suspension bushes are deteriorating

nearside front floor pan area's corroding / on the limit seat belt mounting point

offside front chassis leg area's heavily corroding

oil leak engine area's

under body & suspension area's corroding

Pass 18 Apr 2018 79,517 miles

patches of heavy corrosion

Fail 9 Apr 2018 79,516 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format both.no spaces (6.3.4f)

patches of heavy corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2011 74,681 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 72,576 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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A7 XRP is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 A7 XRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 XRP registered?

A7 XRP is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 15 August 1989.

Is A7 XRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 XRP shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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