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LIL 8693

1998 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2013
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

74,530 mi
Last recorded74,530 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda MX-381,667 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLIL 8693
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Sep 2012 74,530 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Aug 2011 73,099 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 70,836 miles

nearside and offside headlamp lenses deteriorating

corrosion to sills and floors

Pass 26 Aug 2009 70,069 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Sep 2008 69,316 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 4 Sep 2007 68,127 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Aug 2006 65,822 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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LIL 8693 is a 1998 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 LIL 8693, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LIL 8693 registered?

LIL 8693 is a 1998 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 16 September 1998.

Is LIL 8693 safe to buy?

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