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J979 EWT

2000 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2013
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

66,600 mi
Last recorded66,600 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2012
Typical for 2000 Mazda RX-781,199 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ979 EWT
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2012 66,600 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 20 Dec 2012 66,593 miles

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Oct 2011 63,958 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all 4 shock absorber dust covers missing

vehicle rusty underneath

Fail 3 Oct 2011 63,947 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

all 4 shock absorber dust covers missing

vehicle rusty underneath

Pass 30 Nov 2009 63,294 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2009 63,293 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Battery insecure

Pass 20 Jul 2005 63,778 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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J979 EWT is a 2000 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 2000 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 81,199 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 J979 EWT, 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 26 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J979 EWT registered?

J979 EWT is a 2000 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 October 2000.

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