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P251 LSP

2000 Mazda MX-3

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2012
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

112,290 mi
Last recorded112,290 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2012
Typical for 2000 Mazda MX-3112,488 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 LSP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Jul 2012 112,290 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Aug 2011 109,266 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 109,264 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 112,068 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 100,818 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2009 100,818 miles

Driver's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P251 LSP is a 2000 Mazda MX-3 in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P251 LSP, 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.

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What year was P251 LSP registered?

P251 LSP is a 2000 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is P251 LSP safe to buy?

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