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P373 HMG

1997 Mazda 626

White Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Dec 2010
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

155,704 mi
Last recorded155,704 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP373 HMG
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2009 155,704 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 155,691 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

front number plate deteriorated

slight movement in rear link rod s

Pass 28 Nov 2008 151,813 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 147,624 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Nov 2006 143,285 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 143,127 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2005 137,689 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
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P373 HMG is a 1997 Mazda 626 in White with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 100,302 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 P373 HMG, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P373 HMG registered?

P373 HMG is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is P373 HMG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P373 HMG shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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