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F15 TNG

1988 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 2354cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2025
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

605 mi
Last recorded605 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2024
Typical for 1988 Mazda RX-789,900 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF15 TNG
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1988
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,354cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2024 605 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2024 603 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Steering column attachment defective hitting subframe (2.2.2 (d) (i))

All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 140,051 miles

Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Feb 2023 140,050 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Dec 2022 140,050 miles

Front Brake pipe likely to become detached or damaged both (1.1.11 (d) (ii))

Front Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Front Shock absorbers insecurely attached both (5.3.2 (a) (i))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2009 140,050 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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F15 TNG is a 1988 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 2,354cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1988 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 89,900 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 F15 TNG, 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 38 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 F15 TNG registered?

F15 TNG is a 1988 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 August 1988.

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