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J77 FDS

1996 Mazda RX-7

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Apr 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

166,864 mi
Last recorded166,864 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ77 FDS
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2026 166,864 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 7 Apr 2025 165,644 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2024 165,589 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2023 165,545 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jul 2022 165,373 miles

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

Pass 15 Jun 2021 165,347 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2020 165,332 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2019 165,226 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2018 165,172 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 May 2017 165,002 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 26 Apr 2016 164,648 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2016 164,648 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2015 164,449 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 164,133 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2013 163,465 miles
Fail 2 May 2012 163,072 miles

Centre Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

exhaust very rusty rusted through at rear box

headlamp patterns poor

wiring obstructing pedal operation !

Pass 2 May 2012 163,072 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

exhaust very rusty rusted through at rear box

headlamp patterns poor

wiring obstructing pedal operation !

Fail 5 May 2011 161,396 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 5 May 2011 161,396 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 155,427 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 22 Apr 2010 155,427 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 150,591 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 146,591 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 135,927 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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J77 FDS is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 J77 FDS, 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 J77 FDS registered?

J77 FDS is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is J77 FDS safe to buy?

The MOT history for J77 FDS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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