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R981 ONN

1997 Mazda E Series

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

174,367 mi
Last recorded174,367 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 ONN
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Apr 2009 174,367 miles

slight play in front wheel bearings

Pass 6 May 2008 168,754 miles

slight play in nearside front wheel bearing

Pass 8 May 2007 160,821 miles

nearside front tyre close to limit of 1.6mm

Pass 8 May 2006 153,346 miles

near side front indicator lens cracked

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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R981 ONN is a 1997 Mazda E Series in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 R981 ONN, 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 R981 ONN registered?

R981 ONN is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 10 November 1997.

Is R981 ONN safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 ONN shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R981 ONN have outstanding finance?

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