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R881 SBU

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2009
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,042 mi
Last recorded151,042 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR881 SBU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 17 Jan 2008 151,042 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Aug 2006 141,258 miles

Battery insecure

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Engine/gearbox mounting(s) defective

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front bumper insecure

Nail in nearside front tyre

Oil leak

Propshaft component defective

Spare tyre defective

Temporary fuel cap fitted

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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R881 SBU is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 R881 SBU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R881 SBU registered?

R881 SBU is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R881 SBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R881 SBU shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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