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F218 MBL

1988 Mazda 626

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

40,721 mi
Last recorded40,721 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2018
Typical for 1988 Mazda 626106,070 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF218 MBL
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1988
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2018 40,721 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 7 Mar 2017 40,423 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 38,335 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (7.1.2)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 34,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

battery tray slightly corroded

rear wiper rubber slightly perished

Fail 27 Jan 2015 34,498 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

battery tray slightly corroded

rear wiper rubber slightly perished

Pass 3 Jan 2014 31,853 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

clutch slave cylinder leaking

Pass 8 Jan 2013 31,186 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

cant see pads due to type of wheels fitted

long travel on foot brake

Oil leak

Pass 4 Jan 2012 30,711 miles

Engine oil leak

Exhaust blow on joint between centre and rear box also slight leak from exhaust silencer

Front numb er plate cracked

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear brakes require adjustment as pedal travel is nearing its limits

Wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 30 Dec 2010 30,011 miles

Front number plate cracked

Pass 4 Jan 2010 29,327 miles

both rear tyres perished

exhaust corroded

foot brake travel

front number plate damaaged

front pads low advise inspection

oil leaks

Pass 9 Jan 2009 28,607 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 27,608 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 26,729 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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
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F218 MBL is a 1988 Mazda 626 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1988 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.9% with a typical mileage of 106,070 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 F218 MBL, 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 38 years old, this Mazda 626 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F218 MBL registered?

F218 MBL is a 1988 Mazda 626, first registered on 24 August 1988.

Is F218 MBL safe to buy?

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