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J686 WRX

1998 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

72,480 mi
Last recorded72,480 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2008
Typical for 1998 Mazda RX-781,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ686 WRX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2008 72,480 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2008 72,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

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

slight smell of fuel undfr bonnet

vaccume pipe insecure on inlet manifold

Pass 8 Jun 2007 70,791 miles

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

Pass 31 May 2006 66,089 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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J686 WRX is a 1998 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 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 J686 WRX, 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 J686 WRX registered?

J686 WRX is a 1998 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 13 October 1998.

Is J686 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J686 WRX shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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