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L285 SGW

2005 Mazda 626 LX

Brown Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

128,250 mi
Last recorded128,250 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2009
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL285 SGW
MakeMazda
Model626 LX
Year2005
ColourBrown
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2009 128,250 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 124,274 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 122,567 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2007 122,567 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Mazda 626 LX?

Based on 698 MOT tests across 163 vehicles.

63.3%
Pass Rate
6,732
Miles/Year
32
Year Lifespan
163
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 75
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 69
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 67
brake disc excessively pitted 47
parking brake recording little or no effort 37
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L285 SGW is a 2005 Mazda 626 LX in Brown with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

The most common reason a Mazda 626 LX fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 75 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L285 SGW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 LX typically stays on UK roads for around 32 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda 626 LX is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was L285 SGW registered?

L285 SGW is a 2005 Mazda 626 LX, first registered on 11 February 2005.

Is L285 SGW safe to buy?

The MOT history for L285 SGW shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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