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R271 VSD

1998 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Feb 2010
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,348 mi
Last recorded99,348 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2009
Typical for 1998 Mazda E Series110,367 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR271 VSD
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2009 99,348 miles

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

n/s/f tyre worn on both shoulders, does not YET show ply or cord.

Fail 20 Jan 2009 99,348 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

n/s/f tyre worn on both shoulders, does not YET show ply or cord.

Pass 18 Jan 2008 93,812 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2007 88,872 miles

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 79,248 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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R271 VSD is a 1998 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R271 VSD, 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 R271 VSD registered?

R271 VSD is a 1998 Mazda E Series, first registered on 5 February 1998.

Is R271 VSD safe to buy?

The MOT history for R271 VSD shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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