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K278 HRM

2017 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 May 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

50,158 mi
Last recorded50,158 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda RX-781,517 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK278 HRM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2017
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 50,158 miles

Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 May 2025 49,440 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Nov 2024 49,387 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Nov 2023 48,631 miles

Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2022 48,620 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2021 47,716 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 54,966 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2020 54,966 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Apr 2019
Pass 27 Apr 2018 71,049 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2017 110,207 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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K278 HRM is a 2017 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2017 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.8% with a typical mileage of 81,517 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 K278 HRM, 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 9 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K278 HRM registered?

K278 HRM is a 2017 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 July 2017.

Is K278 HRM safe to buy?

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