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J215 BYC

1991 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1854cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2010
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

155,104 mi
Last recorded155,104 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2009
Typical for 1991 Mazda MX-3108,110 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ215 BYC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,854cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2009 155,104 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 144,209 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 144,209 miles

Front & rear discs and pads poor condition pads low

Nail in centre of n/s/r tyre

Rust on metal brake pipes

Fail 1 Aug 2007 144,209 miles

Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)

Front & rear discs and pads poor condition pads low

Nail in centre of n/s/r tyre

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rust on metal brake pipes

Pass 21 Apr 2006 133,850 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2006 133,841 miles

Power steering pump drive system defective (2.3.6)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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J215 BYC is a 1991 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,854cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1991 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.2% with a typical mileage of 108,110 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J215 BYC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 35 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J215 BYC registered?

J215 BYC is a 1991 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 23 August 1991.

Is J215 BYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for J215 BYC shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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