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F23 WLR

1996 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

143,844 mi
Last recorded143,844 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF23 WLR
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2025 143,844 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 143,705 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 143,512 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 142,308 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2020 141,823 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 140,051 miles

both front flexy brake pipes are slightly twisted

Pass 21 Jun 2017 136,743 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2016 130,351 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 129,554 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 29 Nov 2013 122,162 miles

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 122,162 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 119,652 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 119,625 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

front side lights have a blue tinge

Pass 16 Dec 2011 117,551 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Oct 2010 117,267 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

corrosion underneath vehicle

heavy corrosion to front/rear suspension componants

heavy corrosion to rear subframe

n/s/f disc heavily pitted

rear discs heavily pitted

Pass 1 Oct 2007 116,743 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 113,539 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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F23 WLR is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 F23 WLR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F23 WLR registered?

F23 WLR is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is F23 WLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F23 WLR shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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