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P216 GTA

1996 Mazda RX-7

Black Petrol 1308cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2014
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

109,441 mi
Last recorded109,441 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Mazda RX-781,666 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP216 GTA
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,308cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2013 109,441 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 104,350 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 102,342 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2010 100,142 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2010 100,142 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Dec 2008 95,616 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2008 95,616 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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P216 GTA is a 1996 Mazda RX-7 in Black with a 1,308cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 P216 GTA, 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 P216 GTA registered?

P216 GTA is a 1996 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is P216 GTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P216 GTA shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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