MAZDA E SERIES1998 · 2.2L DIESEL

The vehicle presents a significant data gap regarding roadworthiness, as the MOT history concludes nearly eighteen years ago. The last recorded test in November 2008 at 112,911 miles showed a pass following an immediate failure, but the lack of subsequent records up to 2026 makes it impossible to determine the vehicle's current legal status or the state of its mechanical components. Based solely on the final entry, the maintenance trend was reactive before the vehicle ceased official testing for nearly two decades. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 28-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Between February 2006 and May 2007, the car covered 13,160 miles, indicating high annual use. However, the mileage remained static at 112,911 miles from 2007 through to 2008, suggesting the vehicle may have spent long periods stationary. Long-term inactivity often leads to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and seized brake calipers, which are risks that are not captured by a low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on structural integrity and fluid leaks. The 2008 failure noted an exhaust leak and an inoperable rear door, indicating potential neglect of basic hardware and body alignment. Given the age and likely storage conditions, the priority is checking for deep corrosion in the sills, floor pans, and suspension mounting. The braking system and tyres must be inspected for dry rot and flat spots, as these components have long outlived their effective service life regardless of the low mileage recorded.