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K273 FKW

1993 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2010
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

160,942 mi
Last recorded160,942 miles
Recorded on26 May 2009
Typical for 1993 Mazda MX-3102,125 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK273 FKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2009 160,942 miles

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

Fail 18 May 2009 160,937 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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

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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K273 FKW is a 1993 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.3% with a typical mileage of 102,125 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 K273 FKW, 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 33 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 K273 FKW registered?

K273 FKW is a 1993 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 14 May 1993.

Is K273 FKW safe to buy?

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