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R362 MCA

1998 Mazda 626 Glx

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

155,543 mi
Last recorded155,543 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2013
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR362 MCA
MakeMazda
Model626 Glx
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2013 155,543 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2013 155,543 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (2.4.G.1)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2012 141,321 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2012 141,321 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Pass 23 Nov 2011 127,281 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 119,765 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 112,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Nov 2008 102,219 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2007 91,583 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 28 Nov 2007 91,583 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 80,761 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 80,761 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Nov 2005 67,992 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 626 Glx?

Based on 2,727 MOT tests across 674 vehicles.

60.9%
Pass Rate
6,212
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
674
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 374
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 345
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 261
Brake pipe excessively corroded 240
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 124
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R362 MCA is a 1998 Mazda 626 Glx in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

The most common reason a Mazda 626 Glx fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 374 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R362 MCA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 Glx typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 626 Glx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R362 MCA registered?

R362 MCA is a 1998 Mazda 626 Glx, first registered on 4 December 1998.

Is R362 MCA safe to buy?

The MOT history for R362 MCA 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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