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R194 WHJ

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

52,257 mi
Last recorded52,257 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR194 WHJ
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2019 52,257 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 51,794 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 51,772 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 51,739 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 51,708 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2014 51,457 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 Jul 2013 51,401 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 50,399 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 49,761 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 49,681 miles

Horn poor

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear brake imbalance 37%

Fail 29 Jul 2010 49,681 miles

Horn poor

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

rear brake imbalance 37%

Pass 28 Jul 2009 49,156 miles

Nearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 14 Jul 2008 48,917 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2007 47,365 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2006 43,395 miles

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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R194 WHJ is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R194 WHJ, 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 R194 WHJ registered?

R194 WHJ is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 11 August 1997.

Is R194 WHJ safe to buy?

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