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P260 RRT

1997 Mazda Xedos

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2015
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

147,617 mi
Last recorded147,617 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP260 RRT
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2014 147,617 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 3 Nov 2014 147,617 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2013 145,765 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 16 Oct 2012 143,118 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 25 Oct 2011 141,142 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

all brake discs pitted

Pass 21 Oct 2010 138,820 miles

Oil leak

Fail 19 Oct 2010 138,820 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Oil leak

Pass 3 Nov 2009 135,477 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 134,155 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2008 131,801 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 125,763 miles
Fail 10 May 2007 125,762 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 May 2006 119,398 miles
Pass 4 May 2005 110,983 miles

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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P260 RRT is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 P260 RRT, 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 P260 RRT registered?

P260 RRT is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 14 March 1997.

Is P260 RRT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P260 RRT shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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