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R372 VWL

1997 Mazda 626

Silver Petrol 1991cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2008
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

142,650 mi
Last recorded142,650 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2007
Typical for 1997 Mazda 626100,302 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR372 VWL
MakeMazda
Model626
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,991cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2007 142,650 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2006 134,392 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Dec 2005 119,259 miles

battery held down with bungy strap

How Reliable is the Mazda 626?

Based on 311,592 MOT tests across 41,549 vehicles.

67.4%
Pass Rate
5,926
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
41,549
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 25,332
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 20,530
parking brake recording little or no effort 14,211
constant velocity joint gaiter split 12,633
Brake pipe excessively corroded 10,488
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R372 VWL is a 1997 Mazda 626 in Silver with a 1,991cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 626 models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.2% with a typical mileage of 100,302 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 626 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 25,332 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R372 VWL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 626 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 626 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R372 VWL registered?

R372 VWL is a 1997 Mazda 626, first registered on 30 October 1997.

Is R372 VWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R372 VWL shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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