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J496 PDE

1999 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

128,456 mi
Last recorded128,456 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 1999 Mazda RX-772,893 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ496 PDE
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 128,456 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Sep 2017 127,908 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has small cracks /splits not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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

Fail 13 Sep 2017 127,908 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Tyre has small cracks /splits not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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

Pass 18 Aug 2016 126,943 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 126,624 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 May 2006 126,503 miles
Fail 3 May 2006 126,488 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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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J496 PDE is a 1999 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 J496 PDE, 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 J496 PDE registered?

J496 PDE is a 1999 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 20 January 1999.

Is J496 PDE safe to buy?

The MOT history for J496 PDE shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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