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J197 OPV

1999 Mazda RX-7

Green Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jun 2024
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

133,750 mi
Last recorded133,750 miles
Recorded on21 Jun 2023
Typical for 1999 Mazda RX-772,893 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ197 OPV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 Jun 2023 133,750 miles
Pass 30 May 2022 133,076 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2020 133,074 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 133,074 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 11 Sep 2017 133,068 miles

coil spring broken Both fronts (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2016 133,053 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2016 133,053 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 28 Aug 2015 132,703 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 132,696 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 132,601 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 132,436 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 132,227 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

oil leek

Pass 18 Aug 2010 131,985 miles

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2009 130,499 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2009 130,499 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Offside Headlamp missing (1.7.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Oil leak

Pass 1 Aug 2008 129,526 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2008 129,524 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 30 Jan 2007 125,390 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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J197 OPV is a 1999 Mazda RX-7 in Green with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 1999 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 72,893 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 J197 OPV, 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 27 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J197 OPV registered?

J197 OPV is a 1999 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 6 August 1999.

Is J197 OPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for J197 OPV shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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