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P439 DMO

1996 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2015
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

72,172 mi
Last recorded72,172 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2014
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP439 DMO
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2014 72,172 miles

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 24 Oct 2013 61,588 miles

tow bar ball hitch slightly covering number plate

Pass 17 Nov 2012 56,196 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 41,033 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 25 Nov 2011 41,028 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Nov 2010 32,245 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2010 32,237 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Hazard warning switch missing (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 29,232 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 25,126 miles

o/s mirror cracked

Fail 26 Nov 2008 25,136 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

o/s mirror cracked

Pass 17 Nov 2007 20,723 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 17 Nov 2006 16,510 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2005 14,858 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Mazda 121?

Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,747
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,459
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,371
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,598
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,343
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,793
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P439 DMO is a 1996 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 57,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 121 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P439 DMO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P439 DMO registered?

P439 DMO is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P439 DMO safe to buy?

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