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R239 TKM

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

155,703 mi
Last recorded155,703 miles
Recorded on18 May 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR239 TKM
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 18 May 2013 155,703 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 May 2013 155,703 miles

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Vehicle structure has slight damage (6.1.A.1)

Pass 24 Oct 2012 154,862 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 150,531 miles

n/s/r & o/s/f tyres sidewalls deep cuts

Pass 23 Aug 2010 144,889 miles

frt no plate cracked,rear no plate discolour,general under vehicle corrosion

Pass 17 Aug 2009 140,641 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 136,435 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 126,282 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 115,064 miles

o/sr tyre on limit front nplate cracked

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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R239 TKM is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R239 TKM, 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 R239 TKM registered?

R239 TKM is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 26 September 1997.

Is R239 TKM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R239 TKM shows 9 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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