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P692 LRX

1997 Mazda Demio

Green Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2014
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

132,376 mi
Last recorded132,376 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda Demio90,836 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP692 LRX
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2013 132,376 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 29 Aug 2012 118,646 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)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Aug 2012 118,643 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Aug 2011 106,587 miles

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

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

corrosion and wear in front brake discs

Fail 3 Aug 2010 93,652 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2010 93,652 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 78,171 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2009 78,171 miles

Nearside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Side repeater insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

centre rear seat belt trapped under seat

Pass 12 May 2008 61,302 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 61,302 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

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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P692 LRX is a 1997 Mazda Demio in Green with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 90,836 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 P692 LRX, 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 29 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P692 LRX registered?

P692 LRX is a 1997 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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