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S278 TMY

1998 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

131,405 mi
Last recorded131,405 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2010
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS278 TMY
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Fail 29 Nov 2010 131,405 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Nov 2010 131,405 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 128,421 miles

steel brake pipes poor

Pass 20 Nov 2008 121,369 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2008 121,369 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

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

Pass 15 Nov 2007 113,155 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2006 104,222 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2006 104,087 miles

Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front passenger seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.4)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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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S278 TMY is a 1998 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 110,367 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 E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S278 TMY, 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 28 years old, this Mazda E Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S278 TMY?

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What year was S278 TMY registered?

S278 TMY is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 27 October 1998.

Is S278 TMY safe to buy?

The MOT history for S278 TMY 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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