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R541 BGY

1997 Mazda 626

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2013
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

106,068 mi
Last recorded106,068 miles
Recorded on1 May 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR541 BGY
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 May 2012 106,068 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 103,069 miles

child seat fitted nearside rear

Fail 8 Jul 2011 103,067 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

child seat fitted nearside rear

rear brake discs deteriorated

Pass 20 Jul 2010 98,900 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 93,817 miles

Child seat fitted nsr.

Fail 14 Jul 2009 93,812 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Child seat fitted nsr.

Pass 16 Jul 2008 88,734 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2008 88,734 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)

Pass 10 Jul 2007 83,484 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2007 83,481 miles

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 5 Jul 2006 73,367 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 63,124 miles

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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R541 BGY is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R541 BGY, 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 R541 BGY registered?

R541 BGY is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 28 August 1997.

Is R541 BGY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R541 BGY shows 12 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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