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S780 GKN

1998 Mazda 626

Blue Diesel 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2014
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,741 mi
Last recorded189,741 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda 62695,560 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS780 GKN
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,991cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2013 189,741 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak

o/s/f headlight cracked

underbody corrosion

Pass 12 Sep 2012 184,744 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 175,061 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 165,414 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2009 154,970 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 144,280 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 21 Aug 2007 131,393 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 131,393 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 118,379 miles

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

How Reliable is the Mazda 626?

Based on 311,592 MOT tests across 41,549 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
41,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25,332
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,530
parking brake recording little or no effort 14,211
constant velocity joint gaiter split 12,633
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,488
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S780 GKN is a 1998 Mazda 626 in Blue with a 1,991cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 95,560 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 626 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 25,332 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S780 GKN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S780 GKN registered?

S780 GKN is a 1998 Mazda 626, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S780 GKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for S780 GKN shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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