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R288 BWY

1998 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

79,655 mi
Last recorded79,655 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2010
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR288 BWY
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2010 79,655 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 76,920 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2009 76,920 miles

Nearside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 25 Feb 2008 71,622 miles

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 25 Feb 2008 71,622 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 30 Jan 2007 63,661 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 57,022 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2006 57,022 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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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R288 BWY is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R288 BWY, 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 R288 BWY registered?

R288 BWY is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 30 January 1998.

Is R288 BWY safe to buy?

The MOT history for R288 BWY shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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