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IIB 6797

1983 Mazda RX-7

Blue Petrol 2292cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

103,164 mi
Last recorded103,164 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2017
Typical for 1983 Mazda RX-788,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationIIB 6797
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1983
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,292cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2017 103,164 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 103,163 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2011 103,016 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2010 102,710 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2010 102,709 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Nov 2009 101,370 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 101,370 miles

Horn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)

Nearside Steering pivot point has excessive play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Pass 20 Oct 2008 98,725 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 95,692 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2007 95,688 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Fail 19 Jun 2007 94,901 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Offside Rear Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 22 Jun 2006 92,367 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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IIB 6797 is a 1983 Mazda RX-7 in Blue with a 2,292cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

Across all 1983 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 88,377 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 IIB 6797, 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 43 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 IIB 6797 registered?

IIB 6797 is a 1983 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 26 May 1983.

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