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R826 MFX

1997 Mazda 626

White Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

140,913 mi
Last recorded140,913 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR826 MFX
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2012 140,913 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 116,249 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 89,908 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 81,023 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 73,228 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2007 68,001 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2007 68,001 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 63,224 miles

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

off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

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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R826 MFX is a 1997 Mazda 626 in White with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R826 MFX, 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

How do I check the history of R826 MFX?

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What year was R826 MFX registered?

R826 MFX is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R826 MFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R826 MFX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R826 MFX have outstanding finance?

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