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K856 YOD

2006 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

158,199 mi
Last recorded158,199 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda RX-782,581 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK856 YOD
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2025 158,199 miles
Pass 29 May 2024 158,199 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 158,199 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2021 158,199 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2020 158,199 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 158,199 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2019 158,199 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Apr 2018 149,265 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2018 149,265 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 5 Oct 2016 143,375 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 143,370 miles

Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked both front (2.5.B.1a)

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (4.1.E.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2015 133,900 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 125,300 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 119,031 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 111,039 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 2 Oct 2012 111,037 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Pass 6 Aug 2010 110,848 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 106,847 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 102,008 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 96,905 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 96,905 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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K856 YOD is a 2006 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 82,581 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 K856 YOD, 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 20 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was K856 YOD registered?

K856 YOD is a 2006 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 August 2006.

Is K856 YOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for K856 YOD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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