Sometimes there is a possibility of an illegal vehicle import into the States with an upcoming sale. You can avoid buying such vehicles if you are aware of their history. Verify Mazda Protege 2000 for this and other kind of problems
Make Mazda
Model Protege
Year 2000
VIN JM1BJ2228Y0286692
Short VIN check to junk JM1BJ2228Y0
Trim Level LX
Manufactured in JAPAN
Production Seq. Number 238375
Body Style SEDAN 4-DR
Engine Type 1.6L L4 DOHC 16V
Transmission-long 4-Speed Automatic | 5-Speed Manual
Transmission-short 4A | 5M
Driveline FWD
Anti-Brake System Non-ABS | 4-Wheel ABS
Fuel Economy-city 26 - 29 miles/gallon
Fuel Economy-highway 33 - 34 miles/gallon
Tank 13.20 gallon