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DS51 XBU

1999 Mazda 626

Red Petrol 1789cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Oct 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

353,452 mi
Last recorded353,452 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2008
Typical for 1999 Mazda 62689,898 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS51 XBU
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,789cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2008 353,452 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 262,922 miles

o/s/rear tyre worn on inner edge

tinted windows fitted

Fail 1 Oct 2007 262,922 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

o/s/rear tyre worn on inner edge

tinted windows fitted

Pass 28 Sep 2006 179,576 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 626?

Based on 311,592 MOT tests across 41,549 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
41,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25,332
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,530
parking brake recording little or no effort 14,211
constant velocity joint gaiter split 12,633
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,488
Full Mazda 626 reliability report

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DS51 XBU is a 1999 Mazda 626 in Red with a 1,789cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1999 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 89,898 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 626 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 25,332 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DS51 XBU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DS51 XBU?

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What year was DS51 XBU registered?

DS51 XBU is a 1999 Mazda 626, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is DS51 XBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DS51 XBU shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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