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S248 XRJ

1998 Mazda Mx-

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

103,181 mi
Last recorded103,181 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2011
Typical for 1998 Mazda Mx-80,300 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS248 XRJ
MakeMazda
ModelMx-
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc
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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2011 103,181 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 95,931 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 35,810 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Pass 14 Aug 2007 91,225 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2007 91,225 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 8 Aug 2006 85,367 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 85,367 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Jul 2005 79,376 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Mx-?

Based on 866 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
4,924
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
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S248 XRJ is a 1998 Mazda Mx- in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Mx- models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 80,300 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda Mx- fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S248 XRJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Mx- typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda Mx- is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S248 XRJ?

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What year was S248 XRJ registered?

S248 XRJ is a 1998 Mazda Mx-, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S248 XRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for S248 XRJ shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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