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R490 PCF

1998 Mazda E Series

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

114,588 mi
Last recorded114,588 miles
Recorded on1 May 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR490 PCF
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 1 May 2013 114,588 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some general body corrosion

some heavy surface corrosion of rear chassis legs

Pass 24 Apr 2012 108,049 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r indicator lens holed.

Fail 23 Apr 2012 108,043 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r indicator lens holed.

Pass 29 Mar 2011 99,214 miles

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

body has slight corrosion

Fail 23 Mar 2011 98,808 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

body has slight corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2010 91,021 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some surface corrosion of chassis

Fail 25 Mar 2010 91,021 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

some surface corrosion of chassis

Pass 27 Mar 2009 83,865 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2009 83,865 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

o/s/r metal brake pipe rusty

Pass 28 Mar 2008 76,463 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2008 76,391 miles

Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

nearside rear indicator lense damaged

Pass 19 Mar 2007 68,338 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2007 68,338 miles

Offside Rear Leaf spring cracked (2.4.B.1a)

Pass 14 Mar 2006 60,545 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2006 60,364 miles

Centre Front Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

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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R490 PCF is a 1998 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1998 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 110,367 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 R490 PCF, 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 28 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R490 PCF registered?

R490 PCF is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 7 April 1998.

Is R490 PCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R490 PCF shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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