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K171 HRM

1992 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

53,274 mi
Last recorded53,274 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 1992 Mazda RX-792,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK171 HRM
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 53,274 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 51,362 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2024 51,343 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 7 Jun 2023 47,024 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2023 47,024 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 46,034 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2021 40,505 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 34,994 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2019 30,481 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 22,268 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 22,263 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Front registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 11,478 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2017 11,478 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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K171 HRM is a 1992 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1992 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 92,327 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 K171 HRM, 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 34 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 K171 HRM registered?

K171 HRM is a 1992 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 13 March 1992.

Is K171 HRM safe to buy?

The MOT history for K171 HRM shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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