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R329 XGV

1997 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

130,424 mi
Last recorded130,424 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR329 XGV
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2014 130,424 miles

corrosion becoming present underside

exhaust baffles rattling

o/s front metal brake pipe deteriorating

o/s track rod end dust cover deteriorating

Fail 2 Nov 2013 130,128 miles

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

corrosion present non prescribed areas

Pass 2 Nov 2013 130,128 miles

corrosion present non prescribed areas

Pass 30 Oct 2012 129,228 miles

corrosion becoming present underside

Fail 27 Oct 2012 129,221 miles

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

corrosion becoming present underside

Pass 1 Nov 2011 127,052 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 29 Oct 2011 127,019 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Nov 2010 125,118 miles

all 4 tyres getting low on tread

front metal brake pipes deteriorating.

Pass 31 Oct 2009 123,664 miles

front metal brake pipes deteriorating.

front tyres getting low on tread.

Pass 7 Nov 2008 118,041 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2007 104,785 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2006 94,959 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2006 94,804 miles

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

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

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

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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R329 XGV is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R329 XGV, 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 R329 XGV registered?

R329 XGV is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 16 August 1997.

Is R329 XGV safe to buy?

The MOT history for R329 XGV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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