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G46 ECS

1989 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

38,156 mi
Last recorded38,156 miles
Recorded on27 Oct 2025
Typical for 1989 Mazda RX-796,604 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG46 ECS
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Oct 2025 38,156 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 38,094 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 38,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Oct 2023 38,088 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 38,042 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2020 38,002 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 37,946 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 37,553 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2017 37,293 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2016 36,945 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2015 36,921 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 36,480 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2013 35,938 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2012 35,137 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2011 34,843 miles

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

Pass 16 Oct 2010 34,247 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 33,802 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 32,659 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 31,250 miles

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

Pass 28 Jan 2006 30,705 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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G46 ECS is a 1989 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 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 G46 ECS, 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 G46 ECS registered?

G46 ECS is a 1989 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 August 1989.

Is G46 ECS safe to buy?

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