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B16 RXT

1989 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,140 mi
Last recorded64,140 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB16 RXT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 64,140 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 6 Oct 2016 64,140 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs slightly corroded (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Jun 2016 64,140 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

all brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 64,137 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 8 Aug 2013 64,137 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 63,951 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2007 62,542 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2006 61,062 miles

n/s rear tyre worn to 2mm and outer side wall cracked

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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B16 RXT is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 B16 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 B16 RXT registered?

B16 RXT is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 8 November 1989.

Is B16 RXT safe to buy?

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