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J553 JFM

1993 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Feb 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

74,670 mi
Last recorded74,670 miles
Recorded on29 Feb 2012
Typical for 1993 Mazda RX-789,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ553 JFM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Feb 2012 74,670 miles

All tyres low on tread on inside edge

All tyres perished

Nearside Outer Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Feb 2011 71,624 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 68,222 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2008 64,659 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2007 61,116 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 58,777 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 58,777 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

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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J553 JFM is a 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1993 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 89,154 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 J553 JFM, 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 33 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J553 JFM registered?

J553 JFM is a 1993 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 September 1993.

Is J553 JFM safe to buy?

The MOT history for J553 JFM shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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