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R454 EPN

1997 Mazda 626

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,917 mi
Last recorded111,917 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR454 EPN
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2008 111,917 miles

Both rear tyres sidewall perished

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

both rear discs slight corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2007 107,060 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2006 101,391 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2006 101,391 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Oct 2005 95,114 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

near side front tyre worn on outer edge to appiox 2mm

slight brake bind near side rear

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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R454 EPN is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R454 EPN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R454 EPN registered?

R454 EPN is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 27 October 1997.

Is R454 EPN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R454 EPN shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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