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B56 HJB

1985 Mazda RX-7

Green Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Apr 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

85,837 mi
Last recorded85,837 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB56 HJB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 85,837 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2025 85,641 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 85,460 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 85,173 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2022 85,031 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2021 84,828 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 84,621 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 84,161 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2018 83,570 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 82,930 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 82,531 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 81,418 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 80,842 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 12 Mar 2014 80,842 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 86,261 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 79,779 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE INNER WALL SLIGHTLY DAMAGED

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 79,595 miles
Fail 18 Mar 2011 79,595 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 79,093 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 78,367 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Feb 2008 77,870 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2007 77,078 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 76,123 miles

slight wear in steering idler bushes

stone chip in windscreen

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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B56 HJB is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Green with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 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 B56 HJB, 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 B56 HJB registered?

B56 HJB is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 15 April 1985.

Is B56 HJB safe to buy?

The MOT history for B56 HJB shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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