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LV02 BUF

2002 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Mar 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

104,414 mi
Last recorded104,414 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda Demio54,250 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 BUF
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2013 104,414 miles

o/s front lower outer ball joint has some lift recommend replacement now

Fail 27 Feb 2012 94,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Feb 2012 94,104 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2011 85,057 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 76,207 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2009 69,741 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2009 69,741 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 60,703 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2007 51,021 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2007 51,012 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 39,185 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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LV02 BUF is a 2002 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,250 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 Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV02 BUF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV02 BUF registered?

LV02 BUF is a 2002 Mazda Demio, first registered on 29 March 2002.

Is LV02 BUF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 BUF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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