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B999 AVX

1985 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

106,842 mi
Last recorded106,842 miles
Recorded on29 May 2026
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB999 AVX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2026 106,842 miles

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near steering idler (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Fail 29 May 2026 106,842 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (1.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis near steering idler (2.1.2 (e) (i))

Fail 18 May 2026 106,787 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fuel system component leaking external fuel pump leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Apr 2025 106,315 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 4 Apr 2025 106,315 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 May 2023 105,536 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Pass 30 Sep 2020 105,446 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to make full inspection with wheels on (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear seat missing

Pass 18 Sep 2019 103,967 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 99,724 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2010 99,075 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

all discs corroded

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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B999 AVX is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 B999 AVX, 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 B999 AVX registered?

B999 AVX is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 9 January 1985.

Is B999 AVX safe to buy?

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