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G180 PHR

1989 Mazda RX-7

Grey Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2009
Tests6 (2 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate33.3%

Mileage

6,065 mi
Last recorded6,065 miles
Recorded on2 Feb 2009
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG180 PHR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

2 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Feb 2009 6,065 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Slight run out on front discs

Vehicle has had very exstensive welding repair

Vehicle severly rusted and holed

Pass 25 Jan 2008 170,556 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2007 577,795 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

ABS pump damp with fluid but no visible leaks on test or loss of pedal pressure

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

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

oil leaks from engine, gearbox and differential units

previous weld repairs to floorpans

various areas of corrosion all over vehicle structure

nearside floorpan almost detached from sill sections

Pass 8 Aug 2006 55,999 miles

corrosion all over underside and previous weld repairs

nearside rear top suspension mount corroded

slight bind present on nearside front wheel

slight warpage on nearside front brake disc

various oil leaks

Fail 18 Jul 2006 55,928 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corrosion all over underside with previous weld repairs

nearsdie front brake disc warpped slightly

nearside rear top mount corroded

oil leak

slight bind on offside front wheel

Fail 1 Aug 2005 53,663 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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G180 PHR is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Grey with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 33.3%.

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 G180 PHR, 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 G180 PHR registered?

G180 PHR is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 16 November 1989.

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