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R121 ERP

1997 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

47,614 mi
Last recorded47,614 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2015
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR121 ERP
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2015 47,614 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (5.2.6)

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch to outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 45,950 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 45,950 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 44,002 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 43,487 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2011 43,181 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2010 42,865 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Fail 25 Oct 2010 42,865 miles

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 26 Oct 2009 42,181 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 41,085 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 39,684 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Oct 2006 38,288 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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R121 ERP is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R121 ERP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R121 ERP registered?

R121 ERP is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 22 December 1997.

Is R121 ERP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R121 ERP shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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