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VPE 447X

1981 Mazda RX-7

Blue Petrol 2297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

79,404 mi
Last recorded79,404 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2018
Typical for 1981 Mazda RX-779,401 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVPE 447X
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1981
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2018 79,404 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2017 79,398 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2016 79,388 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2015 79,371 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Dec 2013 79,351 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 79,287 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2012 79,287 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Aug 2011 79,274 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 79,274 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2010 79,215 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 78,952 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2008 78,880 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 78,791 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2006 74,806 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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VPE 447X is a 1981 Mazda RX-7 in Blue with a 2,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1981 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.4% with a typical mileage of 79,401 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 VPE 447X, 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 45 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 VPE 447X registered?

VPE 447X is a 1981 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1981.

Is VPE 447X safe to buy?

The MOT history for VPE 447X shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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