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R213 OCU

1998 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

50,419 mi
Last recorded50,419 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2018
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 OCU
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Fail 19 Jan 2018 50,419 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Rear inner arches corroded behind carpet

Rear shockers corroded

floor, facing and closing panels corroded

front brake lines greased

front sub frame and lower arms corroded

power steering pipe corroded

rear arches , floor to sills corroded

sills corroded body filler used

Pass 18 Jan 2017 48,074 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 46,329 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2015 44,521 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 42,608 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2013 40,952 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 39,775 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2011 37,932 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 36,873 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2009 34,369 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 31,749 miles

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

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

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

all brake pipes covered in grease unable to fully inspect

Pass 23 Jan 2007 28,997 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Jan 2006 26,420 miles

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

nsr+osr brake pipes covered in grease unable to check

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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R213 OCU is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

Across all 1998 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.7% with a typical mileage of 58,164 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 R213 OCU, 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 28 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R213 OCU registered?

R213 OCU is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 3 February 1998.

Is R213 OCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for R213 OCU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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