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B169 YKN

1985 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2006
Tests3 (1 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

85,555 mi
Last recorded85,555 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2005
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB169 YKN
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

1 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2005 85,555 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2005 85,255 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 18 Aug 2005 85,248 miles

Fuel system component insecure (7.2.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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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B169 YKN is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

Across all 1985 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 78,968 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 B169 YKN, 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 41 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 B169 YKN registered?

B169 YKN is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 June 1985.

Is B169 YKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for B169 YKN shows 3 tests with a 33.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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