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G985 XTL

1990 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

62,077 mi
Last recorded62,077 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2008
Typical for 1990 Mazda E Series114,758 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG985 XTL
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1990
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Fail 22 Jan 2008 62,077 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2008 62,077 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

Fail 26 Nov 2007 62,003 miles

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside rear brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

headlamp aim at lower limit

n/s/f tyre outer wall damaged

o/s/f seat belt slightly damaged

front brake balance poor (22%)

general underbody corrosion

handbrake snatching slightly

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp slightly discoloured (1.2.1e)

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

brake pedal spongy/travel

clutch pedal rubber missing; brake pedal rubber worn

rear leaf spring bushes badly perished

wipers smearing

Pass 23 Nov 2006 59,622 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 58,107 miles

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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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G985 XTL is a 1990 Mazda E Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1990 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.2% with a typical mileage of 114,758 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 G985 XTL, 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 36 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 G985 XTL registered?

G985 XTL is a 1990 Mazda E Series, first registered on 24 April 1990.

Is G985 XTL safe to buy?

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