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L8836E

1997 Mazda Xedos

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Tests1 (0 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate0%

Mileage

175,584 mi
Last recorded175,584 miles
Recorded on28 May 2018
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL8836E
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

0 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 May 2018 175,584 miles

Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen Both (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill at front and rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake inoperative on one side Both sides (1.4.1 (a))

Position lamp not working Both front (4.2.1 (a))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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L8836E is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 0%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 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 Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L8836E, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L8836E registered?

L8836E is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 1 January 1997.

Is L8836E safe to buy?

The MOT history for L8836E shows 1 test with a 0% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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