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R698 DDA

1997 Mazda Xedos

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Dec 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

79,195 mi
Last recorded79,195 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR698 DDA
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc
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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2019 79,195 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Jun 2018 78,994 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 78,721 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 78,384 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

engine oil low

Fail 16 Jun 2016 78,356 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.3.3b)

engine oil low

Pass 23 Jun 2015 77,960 miles

Nearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake calipers in poor condition

Pass 20 Jun 2014 77,398 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake calipers in poor condition,service advised.

Pass 18 Jun 2013 76,917 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake service required

nearside rear brake caliper oiley not leaking at time of test

Pass 25 Jun 2012 76,592 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 25 Jun 2012 76,592 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 76,007 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 15 Aug 2011 76,007 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake components corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2010 75,155 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

brake components corroded.

Pass 15 Sep 2009 74,119 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Sep 2008 73,025 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 73,025 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Oct 2007 71,928 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Nov 2006 70,617 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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R698 DDA is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R698 DDA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R698 DDA registered?

R698 DDA is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 1 August 1997.

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