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R250 XTR

1998 Mazda 323

White Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,145 mi
Last recorded113,145 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2018
Typical for 1998 Mazda 32387,911 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR250 XTR
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2018 113,145 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2017 109,640 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 105,339 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 101,640 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 97,081 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2013 91,634 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 91,634 miles

Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

Pass 11 Jan 2012 87,609 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 81,303 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2010 75,772 miles

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

Pass 15 Jan 2010 75,772 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2009 70,347 miles

slight crack to exhaust centre pipe

Pass 8 Jan 2008 64,954 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 58,795 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2006 53,198 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323?

Based on 823,541 MOT tests across 88,407 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,454
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
88,407
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,662
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39,672
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,356
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 30,442
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,947
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R250 XTR is a 1998 Mazda 323 in White with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 87,911 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 53,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R250 XTR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R250 XTR?

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What year was R250 XTR registered?

R250 XTR is a 1998 Mazda 323, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R250 XTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R250 XTR shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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