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R53 LJU

1997 Mazda E Series

Silver Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

65,714 mi
Last recorded65,714 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR53 LJU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Fail 22 Nov 2012 65,714 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2012 65,714 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Oct 2011 58,645 miles

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

Fail 19 Oct 2010 52,331 miles

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 52,331 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 50,576 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 21 Oct 2009 50,576 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 15 Dec 2006 46,524 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 46,524 miles

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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R53 LJU is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 R53 LJU, 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.

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What year was R53 LJU registered?

R53 LJU is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R53 LJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R53 LJU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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