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R147 LWP

1997 Mazda 626

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2021
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

58,951 mi
Last recorded58,951 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR147 LWP
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2020 58,951 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2019 57,156 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

corrosion on rear arches.

Pass 4 Oct 2018 55,503 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2017 54,519 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2016 53,842 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2016 53,842 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2015 53,140 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2014 52,222 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2013 51,339 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 50,242 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2011 47,355 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 45,779 miles

both front tyres have wear to inside edges of tread

Pass 24 Sep 2009 44,434 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 43,599 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2007 40,343 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2007 40,343 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 39,519 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Oct 2005 37,632 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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R147 LWP is a 1997 Mazda 626 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R147 LWP, 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 R147 LWP registered?

R147 LWP is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 14 August 1997.

Is R147 LWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R147 LWP shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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