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S442 POV

1998 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

206,458 mi
Last recorded206,458 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2007
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS442 POV
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2007 206,458 miles

AC PUMP INSECURELY MOUNTED ON THE ENGINE BRACKETS BOLTS EXCESSIVELY WORN

NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE PIPE CLOSE TO AC/PUMP

PRESENTER ADVICED

Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly discoloured (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 6 Dec 2006 179,449 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 6 Dec 2006 179,449 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Electrical wiring damaged/contaminated

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

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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S442 POV is a 1998 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 S442 POV, 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.

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What year was S442 POV registered?

S442 POV is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 26 November 1998.

Is S442 POV safe to buy?

The MOT history for S442 POV shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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