MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
148,332 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)
Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)
Exhaust emits clearly visible black smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?
Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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L288 GKM is a 1994 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1994 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 104,132 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 Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying L288 GKM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 32 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was L288 GKM registered?
L288 GKM is a 1994 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 31 December 1994.
Is L288 GKM safe to buy?
The MOT history for L288 GKM 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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