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K487 EMO

1993 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

72,660 mi
Last recorded72,660 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 1993 Mazda RX-789,154 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK487 EMO
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1993
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 72,660 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 72,545 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 69,232 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive COOLANT LEAKING AT BULKHEAD PIPE CONNECTOR (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fluid leak, but not excessive O/S OIL COOLER (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 9 Feb 2022 69,231 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits at 6.5 and should be under 0.2 (8.2.1.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Nov 2016 69,932 miles

underside corrosion

Fail 13 Mar 2013 69,924 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

All rear fuel pipes corroded

Headlamps provide poor beam image

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Some corrosion to off side front floor pan

Pass 17 May 2011 69,761 miles
Pass 17 May 2010 69,578 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front headlight damp in lens

sills covered with filler

Fail 15 May 2010 69,578 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

nearside front headlight damp in lens

sills covered with filler

Fail 13 May 2010 69,537 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front registration plate obscured (6.3.1d)

Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Mechanical brake component securing device missing (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

advance movement in both front anti roll bar saddle rubbers needs attention

advance movemnt in n/s/f steering arm

both outer sills fillered

condensation in n/s/f headlight

damage to n/s/f wheel rim

engine oil leak

louder than standard exhaust fitted

movement in both rear wheel bearings

o/s/f headlight aim on lower limit

stone chips in windscreen

unable to check outer sills fully due to side skirts fitted

welding repairs to o/s floor pan/inner sill/rear chassis

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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K487 EMO is a 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 K487 EMO, 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 K487 EMO registered?

K487 EMO is a 1993 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1993.

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