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C20 SMD

1996 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2013
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,528 mi
Last recorded77,528 miles
Recorded on3 Aug 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC20 SMD
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Aug 2012 77,528 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2011 77,517 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 77,286 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 76,423 miles
Fail 11 May 2009 76,421 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 30 Jul 2008 73,927 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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C20 SMD is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1996 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 81,666 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 C20 SMD, 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 30 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was C20 SMD registered?

C20 SMD is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is C20 SMD safe to buy?

The MOT history for C20 SMD shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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