Used Car Expert Fault Guides tell you the common Mazda 626 faults and wear items that can become problems and big bills for their owner.
Independent research indicated that using our fault guides to check a car before you buy it can save you an average of £300 in surprise bills and hidden problems.
That's because our Mazda 626 fault guides are written so that anyone can understand them – even if you know nothing about cars and have no tools. For every common fault, we tell you what to look for, what it means and what it costs.
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Mazda 626 (1997 - 2002) Fault Guide
Mazda 626 (1997 - 2002) Fault Guide
We know of 13 MAZDA 626 (1997 - 2002) faults which our fault check guide makes it easy for you to spot and avoid.
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2 engine faults
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3 suspension wear items or faults
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2 interior problems
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1 bodywork issues
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5 recalls
Here's an example fault on the MAZDA 626 (1997 - 2002)
What to look for:
Check the paperwork to see if the cam belt has been changed on schedule. On most engines the cam belt must be changed within 54,000 miles.
What it means:
If the cam belt and associated parts (such as the spring loaded tensioner) have not been changed, and the mileage is over these boundaries, the cam belt is likely to fail soon.
What to do
Negotiate a £220 reduction or the cam belt changed.
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