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P25 SOO

1997 Mazda MX-3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

109,222 mi
Last recorded109,222 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP25 SOO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2009 109,222 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2009 109,222 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 2 Sep 2008 101,955 miles

ALL FOUR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOPS/GAITERS BROKEN

FRONT NS DISC INNER FACE PITTED/RUSTY

GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

NASTY OIL LEAK FROM NS END OF ENGINE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO RUBBER TOP HOSE

Fail 1 Sep 2008 101,955 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)

Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b) DANGEROUS

ALL FOUR SHOCK ABSORBER BUMP STOPS/GAITERS BROKEN

FRONT NS DISC INNER FACE PITTED/RUSTY

GETTING RUSTY IN PLACES

NASTY OIL LEAK FROM NS END OF ENGINE, CAUSING DAMAGE TO RUBBER TOP HOSE

Pass 15 Aug 2007 97,362 miles

1.front no plate damaged 2.front brake discs pitted

Pass 5 Jun 2006 81,463 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2006 81,378 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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P25 SOO is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 86,688 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 P25 SOO, 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 29 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P25 SOO registered?

P25 SOO is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 11 April 1997.

Is P25 SOO safe to buy?

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