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RXI 973

1999 Mazda RX-7

Red Petrol 2600cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

97,924 mi
Last recorded97,924 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda RX-772,893 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRXI 973
MakeMazda
ModelRX-7
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,600cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 97,924 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 97,924 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2012 97,789 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2010 96,760 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 4 Aug 2009 91,911 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 81,859 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 76,778 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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RXI 973 is a 1999 Mazda RX-7 in Red with a 2,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1999 Mazda RX-7 models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.3% with a typical mileage of 72,893 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 RXI 973, 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 27 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 RXI 973 registered?

RXI 973 is a 1999 Mazda RX-7, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is RXI 973 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RXI 973 shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does RXI 973 have outstanding finance?

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