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R487 SJO

1997 Mazda 626

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

108,892 mi
Last recorded108,892 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR487 SJO
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 108,892 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2019 106,801 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 102,571 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jul 2017 97,024 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2016 89,790 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 83,427 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2015 83,376 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 26 Jul 2014 77,594 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 71,682 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 71,672 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 65,509 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2011 59,667 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2010 53,921 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 48,396 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2008 42,767 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 39,111 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 37,249 miles

Nearside Rear 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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R487 SJO is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 R487 SJO, 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 R487 SJO registered?

R487 SJO is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R487 SJO safe to buy?

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