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R878 MBL

1997 Mazda 626

Blue Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2022
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

121,377 mi
Last recorded121,377 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR878 MBL
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Feb 2021 121,377 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 120,956 miles

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 30 Jan 2020 120,953 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 7 Feb 2019 119,005 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 117,095 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 114,939 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2016 112,565 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 110,052 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2014 107,886 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 104,478 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2012 101,311 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2011 96,080 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 92,163 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 86,987 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 83,578 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2007 78,819 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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R878 MBL is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Blue with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 R878 MBL, 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 R878 MBL registered?

R878 MBL is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 18 October 1997.

Is R878 MBL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R878 MBL shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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