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R335 XKR

1998 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Apr 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

57,859 mi
Last recorded57,859 miles
Recorded on8 Apr 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda RX-781,779 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR335 XKR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Apr 2026 57,859 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2025 56,100 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 55,915 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 55,754 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2018 55,379 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2014 55,062 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2011 54,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front disc's slightly corroded

Near side rear tyre starting to get low

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear drake dissc's slightly corrded

Fail 15 Apr 2011 54,216 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front disc's slightly corroded

Near side rear tyre starting to get low

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear drake dissc's slightly corrded

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Sep 2009 52,953 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 25 Apr 2008 50,734 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 49,566 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 48,764 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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R335 XKR is a 1998 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.7% with a typical mileage of 81,779 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R335 XKR, 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 28 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R335 XKR registered?

R335 XKR is a 1998 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R335 XKR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R335 XKR shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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