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R198 LGH

1997 Mazda 626

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2018
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

104,577 mi
Last recorded104,577 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR198 LGH
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2017 104,577 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2016 104,563 miles

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

Pass 26 Feb 2015 101,002 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2014 96,817 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2014 96,767 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 92,218 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 85,959 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 79,875 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2010 79,743 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 73,620 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Fail 3 Nov 2009 73,597 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)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 28 Oct 2008 67,409 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2008 67,409 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 60,090 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 53,373 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2006 53,373 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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R198 LGH is a 1997 Mazda 626 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 R198 LGH, 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 R198 LGH registered?

R198 LGH is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R198 LGH safe to buy?

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