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P207 OET

1997 Mazda Motor Caravan

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

118,594 mi
Last recorded118,594 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda Motor Caravan116,752 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP207 OET
MakeMazda
ModelMotor Caravan
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2022 118,594 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear general corrosion rear suspension and axle

Pass 19 Mar 2021 114,127 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both NS & OSF (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both NS & OSR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Dec 2017 109,199 miles

Coolant pipes rusty

Front cross member corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Signs of coolant leak (radiator)

Under tray fitted

Pass 16 Dec 2016 104,489 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2016 104,487 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings center outer sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings center sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush D BUSH (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 23 Nov 2015 100,749 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2015 100,749 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 15 Dec 2014 98,121 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 6 Feb 2014 94,758 miles

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

Pass 6 Feb 2014 94,758 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 93,871 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2013 93,871 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Feb 2012 93,178 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2011 91,435 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 88,189 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2010 88,189 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 79,091 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 79,091 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 31 Oct 2007 73,400 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 66,692 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2006 66,651 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

How Reliable is the Mazda Motor Caravan?

Based on 2,026 MOT tests across 100 vehicles.

67.7%
Pass Rate
4,386
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
100
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 59
fog lamp not working 55
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 54
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 32
Registration plate lamp not working 32
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P207 OET is a 1997 Mazda Motor Caravan in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Motor Caravan models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 116,752 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 Motor Caravan fails its MOT is windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively, accounting for 59 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P207 OET, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Motor Caravan typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Motor Caravan is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P207 OET is a 1997 Mazda Motor Caravan, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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