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L156 WGC

1997 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

94,613 mi
Last recorded94,613 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda RX-790,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL156 WGC
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2013 94,613 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 31 Mar 2012 88,345 miles

near side rear upper suspension hub bush has slight play

off side rear suspension has very slight play detected at wheel

off side track rod end dust cover is starting to perrish

Pass 15 Apr 2011 79,295 miles

both rear tyres at limits

Pass 1 Mar 2010 74,925 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2010 74,903 miles

Offside Outer Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 23 Mar 2009 69,990 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 64,891 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 69,933 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2006 66,065 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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L156 WGC is a 1997 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 90,394 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 L156 WGC, 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 29 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L156 WGC registered?

L156 WGC is a 1997 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 14 October 1997.

Is L156 WGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for L156 WGC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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