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C86 KCE

1985 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 2300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jul 2008
Tests5 (2 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate40%

Mileage

122,945 mi
Last recorded122,945 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2007
Typical for 1985 Mazda RX-778,968 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC86 KCE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1985
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,300cc

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MOT History

2 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2007 122,945 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2007 122,945 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

n/s headlamp mechanism noisey in operation

n/s/f inner wing corroded and weak

parking brake travel requires attention/adjusstment

Fail 11 May 2007 121,799 miles

Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

handbrake travel requires adjustment

Pass 13 Jul 2006 116,375 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2006 116,375 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

excessive general under body corrosion

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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C86 KCE is a 1985 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 2,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 40%.

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 C86 KCE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was C86 KCE registered?

C86 KCE is a 1985 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 16 December 1985.

Is C86 KCE safe to buy?

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