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M17 FDX

2005 Mazda RX-7

Yellow Petrol 2616cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

84,790 mi
Last recorded84,790 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda RX-792,166 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM17 FDX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year2005
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,616cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2026 84,790 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2025 84,156 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2023 82,349 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2022 79,775 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2021 124,966 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2020 121,721 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 120,065 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 117,239 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2017 117,225 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Fuel tank leaking from drain plug (7.2.3)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroding (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened and corroding (3.5.1i)

all four tyre's cracking

Pass 27 May 2016 109,145 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 23 May 2016 109,139 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (7.1.3)

Front Power steering component(s) inappropriately repaired from rack to inter cooler insecure (2.3.7)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Feb 2006 104,193 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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M17 FDX is a 2005 Mazda RX-7 in Yellow with a 2,616cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 M17 FDX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M17 FDX?

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What year was M17 FDX registered?

M17 FDX is a 2005 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is M17 FDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M17 FDX shows 12 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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