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P629 WTC

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

185,287 mi
Last recorded185,287 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP629 WTC
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2008 185,287 miles

both front tyres worn to limit

engine oil leaks

front brake discs worn to limit

nearside rear light unit insecure

offside rear lower shock absorber bush worn badly

rear brakes rise and fall uneven and only just pass indicating repair or adjustment required

rear metal brake pipes corroded badly and only just pass

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

brake fluid level on minimum

Fail 3 Jul 2008 185,287 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

both front tyres worn to limit

engine oil leaks

front brake discs worn to limit

nearside rear light unit insecure

offside rear lower shock absorber bush worn badly

rear brakes rise and fall uneven and only just pass indicating repair or adjustment required

rear metal brake pipes corroded badly and only just pass

slight play in offside front wheel bearing

brake fluid level on minimum

Pass 16 Mar 2007 180,748 miles

nearside rear light unit damaged

nearside front anti roll bar link worn

Fail 18 Dec 2006 179,504 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

nearside front anti roll bar link badly worn

nearside rear light unit

Fail 13 Dec 2006 179,331 miles

Centre Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Offside Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2005 172,050 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2005 172,050 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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P629 WTC is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

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 P629 WTC, 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.

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What year was P629 WTC registered?

P629 WTC is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 5 June 1997.

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