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J259 NRU

2002 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Feb 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

184,903 mi
Last recorded184,903 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-3112,164 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ259 NRU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2013 184,903 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 179,261 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

fuel pipes slightly rusted

Pass 11 Feb 2011 171,307 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 18 Feb 2010 162,730 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Feb 2009 156,511 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 22 Feb 2008 150,986 miles

BRAKE FLUID BELOW M/C NEW BRAKE PADS FITTED ?

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

O/S CENTER CHASSIS HAS BEEN PLATED

Fail 21 Feb 2008 150,971 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

BRAKE FLUID BELOW M/C NEW BRAKE PADS FITTED ?

O/S CENTER CHASSIS HAS BEEN PLATED

Pass 28 Oct 2006 143,183 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 143,173 miles

Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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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J259 NRU is a 2002 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2002 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.4% with a typical mileage of 112,164 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 J259 NRU, 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 24 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J259 NRU registered?

J259 NRU is a 2002 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 1 November 2002.

Is J259 NRU safe to buy?

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