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R189 VMJ

1998 Mazda 626 Gxi

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2007
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

197,669 mi
Last recorded197,669 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2006
Typical for 1998 Mazda 626 Gxi99,801 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR189 VMJ
MakeMazda
Model626 Gxi
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2006 197,669 miles

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

n/s/f tyre close to wear limit on inner edge

Pass 24 May 2005 160,608 miles
Fail 20 May 2005 160,600 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

How Reliable is the Mazda 626 Gxi?

Based on 2,423 MOT tests across 533 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
8,132
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
533
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 228
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 225
constant velocity joint gaiter split 207
Brake pipe excessively corroded 126
parking brake recording little or no effort 116
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R189 VMJ is a 1998 Mazda 626 Gxi in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 626 Gxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 99,801 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 626 Gxi fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 228 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R189 VMJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 Gxi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 626 Gxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R189 VMJ registered?

R189 VMJ is a 1998 Mazda 626 Gxi, first registered on 17 February 1998.

Is R189 VMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R189 VMJ shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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