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B13 GTU

1986 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2025
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

46,294 mi
Last recorded46,294 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2024
Typical for 1986 Mazda RX-782,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB13 GTU
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1986
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2024 46,294 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 45,474 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

brake warning light comes on when brake pressed

play at both front shock absorber body/top

Pass 8 Jul 2022 44,775 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 44,285 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2017 43,804 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2016 42,411 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2015 40,925 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 18 Jul 2015 40,925 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 40,898 miles

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all tyres are slightly out of shape

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

Fail 27 Feb 2014 40,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

all tyres are slightly out of shape

slight play o/s/f wheel bearing

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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B13 GTU is a 1986 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1986 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.7% with a typical mileage of 82,084 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 B13 GTU, 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 40 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 B13 GTU registered?

B13 GTU is a 1986 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 14 February 1986.

Is B13 GTU safe to buy?

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