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R701 XSW

1997 Mazda RX-7

White Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

80,111 mi
Last recorded80,111 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda RX-790,394 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR701 XSW
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 11 May 2026 80,111 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 78,303 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 77,363 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2022 76,112 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2020 73,907 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2019 73,814 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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R701 XSW is a 1997 Mazda RX-7 in White with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.7% with a typical mileage of 90,394 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 R701 XSW, 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 29 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 R701 XSW registered?

R701 XSW is a 1997 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R701 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R701 XSW shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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