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K878 RRL

2003 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Dec 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

113,898 mi
Last recorded113,898 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-785,038 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK878 RRL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2012 113,898 miles

Battery insecure

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 19 Dec 2012 113,898 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Battery insecure

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Fail 18 Dec 2012 113,898 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 Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Nov 2011 112,559 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

front discs slightly worn

Pass 26 Jul 2010 111,867 miles

rear brake pipes slight corrosion

slight play in rear track control arm outer bushes

slight play in rear wisahboneouter bushes

Pass 18 Jul 2009 110,562 miles

offside front tyre inner edge worn

oil leak

slight play in anti roll bar links

slight play in rear track arm outer bushes

Pass 16 Jul 2008 107,827 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2007 104,632 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 100,485 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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K878 RRL is a 2003 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2003 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.2% with a typical mileage of 85,038 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 K878 RRL, 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 23 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was K878 RRL registered?

K878 RRL is a 2003 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 4 January 2003.

Is K878 RRL safe to buy?

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