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C921 EKL

1986 Mazda RX-7

Yellow Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Apr 2027
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

24,048 mi
Last recorded24,048 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1986 Mazda RX-782,084 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC921 EKL
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1986
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 24,048 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 24,036 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2024 23,765 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2021 23,731 miles

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

slight corrosion on offside front a post

Pass 10 Jun 2019 23,024 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 22,544 miles

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

Slight travel on parking brake

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 21,603 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2016 21,136 miles

Exhaust system slightly noisy

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 4 Jun 2016 21,136 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition Missing (7.1.4)

Fail 10 Jul 2014 20,420 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 20,420 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 17,492 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 16,664 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 9 Jul 2011 15,595 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 10 Jul 2010 14,269 miles

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 2 Jul 2009 12,711 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 9,432 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2008 9,373 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 6,795 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2007 6,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 13 May 2006 4,445 miles
Fail 13 May 2006 4,445 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3) DANGEROUS

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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C921 EKL is a 1986 Mazda RX-7 in Yellow with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 C921 EKL, 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 C921 EKL registered?

C921 EKL is a 1986 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 17 January 1986.

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