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R29 MFX

1997 Mazda 626

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

108,415 mi
Last recorded108,415 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR29 MFX
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2021 108,415 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 104,253 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 13 Aug 2019 99,670 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2018 94,641 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Jun 2017 86,496 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 78,275 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jun 2015 69,218 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 61,015 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 53,406 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 44,996 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 35,938 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2010 35,938 miles

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

Pass 19 Oct 2009 34,072 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2008 32,224 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2007 31,031 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2006 29,319 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2005 26,496 miles

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

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

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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R29 MFX is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 100,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 R29 MFX, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R29 MFX registered?

R29 MFX is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R29 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R29 MFX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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