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E181 CBU

1987 Mazda RX-7

Blue Petrol 4200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

Typical for 1987 Mazda RX-789,253 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE181 CBU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1987
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,200cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2015
Pass 18 Sep 2014
Fail 17 Sep 2014

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 May 2012 3,914 miles

both front suspension struts corroding at base

surface damage to outer edge of o/s/r tyre

Pass 5 May 2011 1,353 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 1,353 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Jan 2010 486 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)

Fail 3 Dec 2009 471 miles

Centre Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Coolant leak

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

all suspension bushes showing signs of deterioration

general corrosion to underside of vehicle

rear tyres @ 3mm

Pass 5 Dec 2008 105,088 miles

Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

speedo disconected

surface corrosion front and rear coil springs

surface corrosion front and rear suspension

surface corrosion front to rear brake pipe

surface corrosion on fuel pipes

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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E181 CBU is a 1987 Mazda RX-7 in Blue with a 4,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1987 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 89,253 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 E181 CBU, 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 39 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 E181 CBU registered?

E181 CBU is a 1987 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 20 November 1987.

Is E181 CBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for E181 CBU shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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