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R294 FBX

1997 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

25,476 mi
Last recorded25,476 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR294 FBX
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 12 Oct 2009 25,476 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 23,472 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 11 Oct 2007 21,957 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 19 Oct 2006 20,573 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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R294 FBX is a 1997 Mazda 121 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 R294 FBX, 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 R294 FBX registered?

R294 FBX is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 24 October 1997.

Is R294 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R294 FBX shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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