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K829 SLX

1997 Mazda Mx-

Black Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2008
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

240,233 mi
Last recorded240,233 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda Mx-98,200 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK829 SLX
MakeMazda
ModelMx-
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Mar 2008 240,233 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2007 225,912 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Mx-?

Based on 866 MOT tests across 155 vehicles.

63.7%
Pass Rate
4,924
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
155
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 51
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 45
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 44
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42
Brake pipe excessively corroded 37
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K829 SLX is a 1997 Mazda Mx- in Black with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Mx- models, the average MOT pass rate is 57.9% with a typical mileage of 98,200 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- fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 51 recorded failures. If you're considering buying K829 SLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Mx- typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Mx- is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was K829 SLX registered?

K829 SLX is a 1997 Mazda Mx-, first registered on 22 October 1997.

Is K829 SLX safe to buy?

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