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N942 SMX

1996 Mazda RX-7

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jul 2010
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

116,774 mi
Last recorded116,774 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2009
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN942 SMX
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2009 116,774 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2009 116,740 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Jul 2008 108,283 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 107,000 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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N942 SMX is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 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 N942 SMX, 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.

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What year was N942 SMX registered?

N942 SMX is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N942 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N942 SMX shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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