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R241 LBX

1998 Mazda 626

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2011
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

12,991 mi
Last recorded12,991 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2010
Typical for 1998 Mazda 62695,560 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR241 LBX
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2010 12,991 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2010 12,986 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2009 105,945 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 79,695 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2008 79,694 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 2 Feb 2007 73,864 miles

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

Fail 19 Jan 2007 73,737 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Front An item not tested (Manual)

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

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Oil leak

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

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

n/s head light image poor,wetness at n/s rear brake caliper,rear exhaust rusty,dampness at fuel tank

Pass 19 Jan 2006 66,898 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2006 66,898 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

advise power steering pipe surface corroded

strong advise o/s/r tyre tread low on inner and outer edge

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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R241 LBX is a 1998 Mazda 626 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 95,560 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R241 LBX, 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 28 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R241 LBX registered?

R241 LBX is a 1998 Mazda 626, first registered on 8 April 1998.

Is R241 LBX safe to buy?

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