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C580 JCA

1985 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,665 mi
Last recorded112,665 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2016
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC580 JCA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2016 112,665 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 3 Mar 2016 112,609 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 111,144 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2015 111,126 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 15 Aug 2013 107,994 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front anti roll bar mountings bushes perrished

rear inner +outer sills corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2013 107,994 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front anti roll bar mountings bushes perrished

rear inner +outer sills corroded

Pass 24 Jul 2012 104,330 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 104,330 miles

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

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

front brake hoses perished

oil leaks

coil springs corroded

front and rear suspension bushes worn

play in both front strut mountings

play in rear wheel bearings

Pass 29 Jul 2011 102,577 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 102,391 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2010 102,391 miles

Nearside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 102,208 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 102,099 miles

rear discs worn

Pass 27 Jun 2007 101,872 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2006 101,622 miles

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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C580 JCA is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 C580 JCA, 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 C580 JCA registered?

C580 JCA is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 25 October 1985.

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