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C797 KAM

1985 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2026
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

29,240 mi
Last recorded29,240 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC797 KAM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2025 29,240 miles
Fail 24 May 2025 29,240 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Offside Front Steering arm modification unsafe (2.1.3 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

Pass 28 Feb 2024 28,878 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 19 Feb 2024 28,877 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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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C797 KAM is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1985 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 78,968 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 C797 KAM, 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 41 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 C797 KAM registered?

C797 KAM is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 20 October 1985.

Is C797 KAM safe to buy?

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