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P502 WGF

1997 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

36,298 mi
Last recorded36,298 miles
Recorded on16 May 2015
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP502 WGF
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 May 2015 36,298 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 May 2014 35,821 miles
Pass 18 May 2013 35,298 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 35,098 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 14 May 2011 34,706 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 May 2010 32,948 miles
Pass 16 May 2009 32,738 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 31,613 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 31,613 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2007 28,748 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 27,069 miles

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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P502 WGF is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 56,237 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 P502 WGF, 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 29 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P502 WGF registered?

P502 WGF is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 19 May 1997.

Is P502 WGF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P502 WGF shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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