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R896 PHN

1998 Mazda Xedos

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

153,905 mi
Last recorded153,905 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2022
Typical for 1998 Mazda Xedos87,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR896 PHN
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2022 153,905 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2021 153,312 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 152,654 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Sep 2019 149,550 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 146,758 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 143,397 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 139,920 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Aug 2015 136,591 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 132,813 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 130,060 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2013 130,016 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 123,176 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 120,288 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2011 120,271 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 116,896 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 111,899 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 104,804 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 104,804 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 96,770 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2006 93,111 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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R896 PHN is a 1998 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 87,388 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R896 PHN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R896 PHN registered?

R896 PHN is a 1998 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 28 February 1998.

Is R896 PHN safe to buy?

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