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J22 SJL

1992 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2008
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

169,149 mi
Last recorded169,149 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2007
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-3106,076 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ22 SJL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1992
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2007 169,149 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2007 169,146 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Dec 2005 162,600 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2005 162,488 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

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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J22 SJL is a 1992 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 106,076 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 J22 SJL, 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 34 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J22 SJL registered?

J22 SJL is a 1992 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 24 January 1992.

Is J22 SJL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J22 SJL shows 4 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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