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B263 JSS

1984 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

34,100 mi
Last recorded34,100 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 1984 Mazda RX-787,681 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB263 JSS
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1984
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 34,100 miles

Front wipers poor

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

Pass 25 Jun 2024 33,991 miles

Front Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front wipers slow to operate. Linkages potentially seizing up.

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 33,927 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded All 4. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Both rear bump-stops loose.

Rear Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear drop link lower bushes cracked and slight movement. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Wheel bearing has slight play Both. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Underside of vehicle covered in underseal.

Pass 27 Nov 2020 33,575 miles

all underside heavly undersealed

Fail 26 Nov 2020 33,563 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

all underside heavly undersealed

Pass 22 Sep 2006 33,573 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2006 33,573 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

slight cracking on rear tyres

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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B263 JSS is a 1984 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 B263 JSS, 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.

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What year was B263 JSS registered?

B263 JSS is a 1984 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 21 August 1984.

Is B263 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for B263 JSS shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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