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L916 XLP

2003 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2020
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Mazda RX-785,038 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL916 XLP
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2019

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2019

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits for wankel rotary (8.2.1.2 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 25 May 2017

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Mar 2008 45,044 miles

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

bodykit fitted at time of test unable to assess outer sills

headlamp aim on lower limit

steel wheels fitted to front of car on re-test

Fail 5 Mar 2008 45,036 miles

Front registration plate not fixed vertically, or as close to vertical as is reasonably practical (6.3.2c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Steering system fouling (2.2.D.2a)

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

bodykit fitted at time of test unable to assess outer sills

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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L916 XLP is a 2003 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 L916 XLP, 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 L916 XLP registered?

L916 XLP is a 2003 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 August 2003.

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