MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
86,747 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
offside rear wheel bearing has slight noise
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
o/s/rear metal brake pipe starting to corrode and pitt
spare tyre flat
How Reliable is the Mazda 121?
Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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R231 CAW is a 1997 Mazda 121 in White with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 R231 CAW, 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 R231 CAW registered?
R231 CAW is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 31 December 1997.
Is R231 CAW safe to buy?
The MOT history for R231 CAW shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
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