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R623 LMJ

1998 Mazda 626

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,889 mi
Last recorded163,889 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda 62695,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR623 LMJ
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2014 163,889 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2014 163,889 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 154,071 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2012 141,702 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2011 37,475 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2011 37,467 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Pass 8 Mar 2010 125,854 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2009 122,349 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 118,128 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2007 112,914 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2006 107,825 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2006 107,821 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)

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

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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R623 LMJ is a 1998 Mazda 626 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 95,560 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 R623 LMJ, 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 28 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 R623 LMJ registered?

R623 LMJ is a 1998 Mazda 626, first registered on 27 February 1998.

Is R623 LMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for R623 LMJ shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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