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L531 NBV

2005 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,112 mi
Last recorded131,112 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2009
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-792,166 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL531 NBV
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2009 131,112 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2009 131,112 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Jul 2007 130,774 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2006 124,887 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2006 124,737 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2006 124,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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L531 NBV is a 2005 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.9% with a typical mileage of 92,166 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 L531 NBV, 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 21 years old, this Mazda RX-7 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was L531 NBV registered?

L531 NBV is a 2005 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 21 March 2005.

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The MOT history for L531 NBV shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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