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R265 HGK

1997 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

128,910 mi
Last recorded128,910 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR265 HGK
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Fail 14 Nov 2019 128,910 miles

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes in sill along full length of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front leaf spring mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Multiple holes in sill along full length of vehicle. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front leaf spring mount. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroding. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 29 Nov 2018 126,414 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 126,414 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 1 Dec 2017 122,265 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Surface corrosion to underside of vehicle and outer sills.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Nov 2017 122,202 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 117,355 miles

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

Fail 24 Oct 2016 117,315 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2015 112,989 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Top outer wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Top outer wing (6.1.B.2)

Fail 29 Oct 2015 112,971 miles

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion Top outer wing (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion Top outer wing (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 109,621 miles

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

Fail 8 Oct 2014 109,504 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2013 103,929 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2013 103,929 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 25 Oct 2012 99,112 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

corrosion to nearside outer sill however not in a prescribed area

damage/cracking to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

Fail 20 Oct 2012 98,996 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

corrosion to nearside outer sill however not in a prescribed area

damage/cracking to offside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 24 Oct 2011 92,329 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake pedal rubber wearing thin

o/s/r tyre in poor condition

Pass 26 Oct 2010 85,919 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 20 Oct 2010 85,773 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2009 76,333 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2008 70,880 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 67,340 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2006 62,330 miles

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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R265 HGK is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R265 HGK, 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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R265 HGK is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 18 September 1997.

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