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R48 RRK

1997 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

201,488 mi
Last recorded201,488 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR48 RRK
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Fail 21 Sep 2009 201,488 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

emissions results close to limits

heavy surface corrosion on offside front brake pipe,front to rear brakepipe and all rear brake pipes

offside top windscreen chipped

slight wear in steering system

surface corrosion on all rear chassis

Pass 21 Sep 2009 201,488 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

emissions results close to limits

heavy surface corrosion on offside front brake pipe,front to rear brakepipe and all rear brake pipes

offside top windscreen chipped

slight wear in steering system

surface corrosion on all rear chassis

Pass 29 Sep 2008 188,201 miles

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

drivers seat cushion in poor condition

freeplay in nearside steering rack

offside front brake pipe corroded

offsode windscreen chipped and cracked

rear brake pipes corroded

slight movement in offside headlamp

Pass 14 Sep 2007 173,661 miles

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

drivers seat belt starting to fray

heavy surface corrosion on offside rear brake pipe

rear bumper and tailgate damaged

surface corrosion on front to rear brake pipe

wear in power steering rack

Pass 13 Sep 2006 158,190 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2006 158,188 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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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R48 RRK is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R48 RRK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of R48 RRK?

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What year was R48 RRK registered?

R48 RRK is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 20 October 1997.

Is R48 RRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R48 RRK shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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