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R371 DHO

1997 Mazda Mx-

Red Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2009
Tests7 (3 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate42.9%

Mileage

84,183 mi
Last recorded84,183 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda Mx-98,200 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR371 DHO
MakeMazda
ModelMx-
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc
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MOT History

3 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2008 84,183 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Sep 2008 1,260 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Sep 2007 80,305 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Fail 25 Jun 2007 79,941 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 May 2007 79,839 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 72,412 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2005 72,412 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)

How Reliable is the Mazda Mx-?

Based on 866 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
4,924
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
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R371 DHO is a 1997 Mazda Mx- in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 42.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Mx- models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.9% with a typical mileage of 98,200 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 Mx- fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R371 DHO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Mx- typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Mx- is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R371 DHO registered?

R371 DHO is a 1997 Mazda Mx-, first registered on 30 September 1997.

Is R371 DHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R371 DHO shows 7 tests with a 42.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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