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D4 RXX

1989 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Aug 2017
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

178,563 mi
Last recorded178,563 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2016
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD4 RXX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2016 178,563 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 173,618 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2013 167,391 miles
Fail 2 Aug 2013 167,389 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

wipers stop working when switched to second speed

Pass 20 Apr 2012 164,905 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 157,916 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 155,992 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 155,992 miles

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2007 149,354 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 149,344 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s outter sill panel corroded and weak at rear

Pass 15 Sep 2006 145,041 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2006 145,029 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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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D4 RXX is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 D4 RXX, 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 D4 RXX registered?

D4 RXX is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 18 September 1989.

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