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R479 YBE

1998 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

53,171 mi
Last recorded53,171 miles
Recorded on19 May 2010
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR479 YBE
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2010 53,171 miles

coolant leak from radiator

engine sump corroded through & leaking oil

n/s & o/s front brake discs deteriorating

n/s & o/s front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

some wear to n/s & o/s rear suspension top rubbers

Fail 18 May 2010 53,171 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a) DANGEROUS

coolant leak from radiator

engine sump corroded through & leaking oil

n/s & o/s front brake discs deteriorating

n/s & o/s front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

some wear to n/s & o/s rear suspension top rubbers

Pass 15 May 2009 50,734 miles
Fail 14 May 2009 50,734 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

n/s & o/s front brake discs deteriorating

n/s & o/s front lower suspension arm rear bushes deteriorating

Pass 16 May 2008 48,126 miles

o/s front lower suspension arm rear bush deteriorating

Pass 15 May 2007 43,240 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

fuel cap incorrect for model car.

Fail 15 May 2007 43,240 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2006 37,740 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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R479 YBE is a 1998 Mazda 121 in White 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 R479 YBE, 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 R479 YBE registered?

R479 YBE is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 15 May 1998.

Is R479 YBE safe to buy?

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