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L836 NMJ

2000 Mazda MX-3

Blue Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2019
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

117,843 mi
Last recorded117,843 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2018
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-3112,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL836 NMJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2018 117,843 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2017 112,645 miles

Nearside Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Feb 2017 109,889 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2016 107,666 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 103,665 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 103,665 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 15 Oct 2014 102,189 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2013 99,478 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 96,923 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2011 96,066 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 95,685 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 93,281 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 91,824 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2008 91,824 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 3 Nov 2007 90,812 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2006 88,846 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2005 85,745 miles

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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L836 NMJ is a 2000 Mazda MX-3 in Blue with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2000 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 112,488 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 L836 NMJ, 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 26 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was L836 NMJ registered?

L836 NMJ is a 2000 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 4 December 2000.

Is L836 NMJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for L836 NMJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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