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G5 WJG

1998 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Aug 2026
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

107,533 mi
Last recorded107,533 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda RX-781,779 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG5 WJG
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2025 107,533 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2024 106,681 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 105,315 miles
Pass 3 May 2022 104,644 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Apr 2022 104,644 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2020 104,579 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Feb 2020 104,579 miles

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2018 103,958 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 103,229 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2016 100,561 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 98,391 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2014 96,038 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 92,357 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Apr 2012 87,031 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2011 87,259 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2011 87,256 miles

Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

Pass 19 Oct 2009 87,217 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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G5 WJG is a 1998 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 1998 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 81,779 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 G5 WJG, 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 28 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was G5 WJG registered?

G5 WJG is a 1998 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 February 1998.

Is G5 WJG safe to buy?

The MOT history for G5 WJG shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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