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BPH 834Y

1983 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2023
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

84,764 mi
Last recorded84,764 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2022
Typical for 1983 Mazda RX-788,377 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBPH 834Y
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1983
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2022 84,764 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

all underside has recently been undersealed

Pass 7 Jul 2021 84,492 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security entire underside covered in corrosion and underseal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources o.s.r (4.7.1 (b) (i))

all suspension components corroded

slight movement in steering joints

Fail 17 May 2021 84,491 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake excessively binding o.s.f (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Coil spring corroded all 4 corners (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security entire underside corroded but covered in underseal (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively n.s.r (1.2.1 (f))

all suspension components corroded

slight movement in stearing joints

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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BPH 834Y is a 1983 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1983 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 88,377 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 BPH 834Y, 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 43 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was BPH 834Y registered?

BPH 834Y is a 1983 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 21 June 1983.

Is BPH 834Y safe to buy?

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