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J358 GGP

1998 Mazda MX-3

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jan 2013
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

204,802 mi
Last recorded204,802 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-381,667 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ358 GGP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2012 204,802 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 187,213 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front dipped beams in poor condition image poor

Fail 24 Jan 2011 186,628 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

both front dipped beams in poor condition image poor

Pass 29 Jan 2010 159,592 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2008 157,036 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 157,036 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Oct 2007 154,434 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2007 154,434 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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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J358 GGP is a 1998 Mazda MX-3 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 1998 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 81,667 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 J358 GGP, 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 28 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 J358 GGP registered?

J358 GGP is a 1998 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 12 February 1998.

Is J358 GGP safe to buy?

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