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R96 SCW

1998 Mazda Xedos

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

157,512 mi
Last recorded157,512 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2022
Typical for 1998 Mazda Xedos87,388 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR96 SCW
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2022 157,512 miles

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jun 2021 156,479 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

offside and nearside rear wheel arch area slightly corroded

Pass 25 Jun 2020 154,265 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

slight oil leak

under vehicle covered in underseal

Pass 15 Jul 2019 152,311 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Inner sill corroded

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2018 149,312 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2017 146,670 miles

Nearside Front slight play in the inner track rod

Offside Front slight play in the inner track rod

under body slight corroded

Pass 31 May 2016 144,531 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 142,285 miles
Fail 21 May 2015 142,285 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

Offside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

offside rear disc corroded

Pass 19 May 2014 138,784 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 135,998 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2012 133,923 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 132,639 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2010 132,047 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2009 129,971 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2008 122,595 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2006 102,246 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 85,684 miles
Pass 31 May 2005 85,684 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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R96 SCW is a 1998 Mazda Xedos in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 R96 SCW, 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.

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What year was R96 SCW registered?

R96 SCW is a 1998 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 20 May 1998.

Is R96 SCW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R96 SCW shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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