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R256 GHK

1998 Mazda E Series

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

205,247 mi
Last recorded205,247 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR256 GHK
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2015 205,247 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2014 197,497 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 189,260 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2012 179,585 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 171,392 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 162,180 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 162,180 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 151,245 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 139,635 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2007 128,098 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2006 115,549 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2006 115,546 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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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R256 GHK is a 1998 Mazda E Series in Red with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R256 GHK, 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.

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What year was R256 GHK registered?

R256 GHK is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 April 1998.

Is R256 GHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for R256 GHK shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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