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N48 BRD

1996 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

90,939 mi
Last recorded90,939 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN48 BRD
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 90,939 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2024 90,801 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2023 90,420 miles
Fail 24 May 2023 90,420 miles

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

Pass 9 Jun 2022 90,223 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2021 89,834 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2020 89,119 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 88,017 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 88,017 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2018 86,433 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2017 84,571 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 83,482 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 80,564 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 78,089 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 76,478 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 73,711 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 69,068 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 61,738 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 52,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 52,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

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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N48 BRD is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1996 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.5% with a typical mileage of 81,666 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 N48 BRD, 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 30 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 N48 BRD registered?

N48 BRD is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N48 BRD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N48 BRD shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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