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L517 SGW

1993 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2025
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

122,664 mi
Last recorded122,664 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2024
Typical for 1993 Mazda RX-789,154 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL517 SGW
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1993
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2024 122,664 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 tyres cracking/perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 122,364 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 10 Mar 2023 122,364 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Apr 2019 121,565 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Apr 2019 121,565 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Oct 2017 120,134 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 120,132 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 5 Oct 2011 118,374 miles

back box corroding ;front pads low

Fail 29 Sep 2011 118,374 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

back box corroding ;front pads low

Pass 17 Jan 2007 108,212 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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L517 SGW is a 1993 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1993 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.6% with a typical mileage of 89,154 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 L517 SGW, 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 33 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L517 SGW registered?

L517 SGW is a 1993 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 October 1993.

Is L517 SGW safe to buy?

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