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R470 DJO

1998 Mazda Xedos

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2012
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

105,293 mi
Last recorded105,293 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2011
Typical for 1998 Mazda Xedos87,388 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR470 DJO
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2011 105,293 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 104,222 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

os inner cv gaiter split

Pass 20 Oct 2010 99,801 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 93,471 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Oct 2009 93,471 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 17 Oct 2008 85,190 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 76,571 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Oct 2006 66,381 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2005 56,745 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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R470 DJO is a 1998 Mazda Xedos in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 87,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R470 DJO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R470 DJO registered?

R470 DJO is a 1998 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 13 May 1998.

Is R470 DJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R470 DJO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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