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R292 VOT

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2011
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

166,614 mi
Last recorded166,614 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR292 VOT
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2010 166,614 miles

Oil leak

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

surface corrosion under vehicle

Fail 7 Sep 2010 166,483 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

surface corrosion under vehicle

Pass 20 Mar 2009 158,260 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

both front tyres slightly low on edge tread

Pass 12 Mar 2008 152,409 miles

brake pedal anti-slip heavily worn

heavy engine noise

offsiude washer weak

temporary fuel cap fitted

wiper blades in poor condition

Fail 11 Mar 2008 152,407 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4) DANGEROUS

brake pedal anti-slip heavily worn

heavy engine noise

offsiude washer weak

temporary fuel cap fitted

wiper blades in poor condition

Pass 4 Sep 2006 142,027 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 141,370 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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R292 VOT is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 R292 VOT, 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 R292 VOT registered?

R292 VOT is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 31 August 1997.

Is R292 VOT safe to buy?

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