CarVerify

Free Car Check

R230 SGM

1997 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 2184cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

136,255 mi
Last recorded136,255 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationR230 SGM
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,184cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

6 pass
Pass 16 Jul 2011 136,255 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 129,586 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 122,460 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2008 115,691 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 108,195 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 98,174 miles

exhaust has bolt missing front mount

park brake has long travel

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
Full Mazda E Series reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

R230 SGM is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R230 SGM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R230 SGM?

You can check the full history of R230 SGM by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was R230 SGM registered?

R230 SGM is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 21 October 1997.

Is R230 SGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R230 SGM shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R230 SGM have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on R230 SGM. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.