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OUU 169Y

1982 Mazda RX-7

Blue Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,936 mi
Last recorded105,936 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2011
Typical for 1982 Mazda RX-782,364 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUU 169Y
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1982
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2011 105,936 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Mar 2011 105,925 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 6 Nov 2009 162,550 miles

Under body rusty

Fail 4 Nov 2009 162,550 miles

Nearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under body rusty

Pass 7 Nov 2008 99,379 miles

Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 6 Dec 2007 96,295 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 96,287 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 90,261 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 89,599 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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OUU 169Y is a 1982 Mazda RX-7 in Blue with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1982 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.0% with a typical mileage of 82,364 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 OUU 169Y, 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 44 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OUU 169Y registered?

OUU 169Y is a 1982 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 5 November 1982.

Is OUU 169Y safe to buy?

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