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R204 FRP

1998 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

62,917 mi
Last recorded62,917 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 FRP
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2014 62,917 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 7 Jan 2014 62,916 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 27 Dec 2012 60,294 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Corrosion to inner sills apparent,and surface corrosion to chassis

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 27 Dec 2012 60,294 miles

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Corrosion to inner sills apparent,and surface corrosion to chassis

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust deteriated

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jan 2012 56,515 miles

Dampness around offside front brake calliper piston but not dripping under pressure

Nearside front tyre starting to crack between treads

Rear exhaust tailpipe section perferated due to to corrosion and slight leak

Pass 19 Jan 2011 52,441 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

slight imbalance to offside front brake

slight imbalance to rear brakes

Fail 17 Jan 2011 52,439 miles

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

brake fluid level close to minimum limit

slight imbalance to offside front brake

slight imbalance to rear brakes

Pass 18 Jan 2010 47,790 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 43,854 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2009 43,854 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 40,648 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2007 36,876 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2006 34,532 miles

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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R204 FRP is a 1998 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 R204 FRP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R204 FRP registered?

R204 FRP is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R204 FRP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 FRP shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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