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R231 CAW

1997 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

86,747 mi
Last recorded86,747 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2007
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR231 CAW
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc
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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2007 86,747 miles

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

offside rear wheel bearing has slight noise

Pass 12 Jun 2006 77,645 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 77,645 miles

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.

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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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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