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R831 FVC

1997 Mazda 626

Green Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2013
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

145,787 mi
Last recorded145,787 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR831 FVC
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 15 Aug 2013 145,787 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)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 27 Sep 2012 141,445 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 134,830 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Sep 2010 129,590 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 124,304 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 120,933 miles

clutch worn

Pass 13 Sep 2007 115,526 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 110,015 miles

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 Sep 2005 105,424 miles

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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R831 FVC is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Green with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 R831 FVC, 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

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What year was R831 FVC registered?

R831 FVC is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 31 October 1997.

Is R831 FVC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R831 FVC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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