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R727 SRY

1998 Mazda E Series

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Nov 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

119,808 mi
Last recorded119,808 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2023
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR727 SRY
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2023 119,808 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

under body surface and suspension rust

Pass 3 Nov 2022 117,510 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under body (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Sep 2021 115,049 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2020 113,003 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2019 110,308 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 108,298 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2017 106,009 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 103,447 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 101,232 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 99,144 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 99,142 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Mar 2013 97,108 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 95,851 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2011 93,617 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 91,308 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 26 Mar 2010 91,308 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 88,928 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2009 88,842 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)

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2008 86,148 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2008 87,598 miles

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

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2007 82,491 miles

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

Pass 12 Apr 2006 77,390 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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R727 SRY is a 1998 Mazda E Series in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R727 SRY, 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 R727 SRY registered?

R727 SRY is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 15 May 1998.

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