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L9 REP

1997 Mazda E Series

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2014
Tests17 (9 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate52.9%

Mileage

132,016 mi
Last recorded132,016 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL9 REP
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 8 fail
Fail 30 Dec 2013 132,016 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 30 Dec 2013 132,016 miles
Fail 28 Dec 2012 126,072 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 28 Dec 2012 126,072 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 119,704 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 119,704 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 31 Dec 2010 112,877 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 31 Dec 2010 112,877 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2009 105,180 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 30 Dec 2009 105,180 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2008 97,222 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2008 97,222 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 29 Dec 2007 88,701 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Dec 2007 88,701 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2006 79,308 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2005 70,144 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2005 70,144 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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L9 REP is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 52.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 115,414 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 E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L9 REP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L9 REP registered?

L9 REP is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is L9 REP safe to buy?

The MOT history for L9 REP shows 17 tests with a 52.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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