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R827 ECT

1997 Mazda E Series

Blue Petrol 1198cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2012
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

93,733 mi
Last recorded93,733 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR827 ECT
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,198cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2011 93,733 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still being supported

Fail 31 Aug 2011 93,700 miles

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Spare wheel insecure (6.4.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

centre exhaust bracket broken but system still being supported

Pass 31 Aug 2010 90,567 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2010 90,561 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 24 Aug 2009 86,865 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 82,599 miles

Nearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

Pass 27 Aug 2008 82,599 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2007 76,786 miles

corrosion to o/s/r outer sill but not within pescribed area

Pass 31 Aug 2006 71,344 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2005 64,942 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2005 64,942 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Front Brake pedal pad not secure to the pedal (3.3.A.1c)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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R827 ECT is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Blue with a 1,198cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 1997 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 115,414 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R827 ECT, 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 29 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R827 ECT registered?

R827 ECT is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 29 August 1997.

Is R827 ECT safe to buy?

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