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F959 UPB

1989 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2017
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

87,231 mi
Last recorded87,231 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2016
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF959 UPB
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2016 87,231 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

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

Fail 29 Sep 2016 87,231 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box joint (7.1.2)

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

Pass 16 Oct 2014 86,646 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

stone chip in windscreen

Fail 16 Oct 2014 86,646 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Offside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

stone chip in windscreen

Pass 24 Apr 2013 85,721 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2013 85,721 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Fail 24 Apr 2013 85,720 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Dec 2011 84,784 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2010 81,769 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2010 81,769 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 29 May 2009 81,056 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2008 81,033 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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F959 UPB 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 58.3%.

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 F959 UPB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F959 UPB registered?

F959 UPB is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1989.

Is F959 UPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for F959 UPB shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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