MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
139,771 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
Oil leak
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?
Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.
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R497 YTF is a 1998 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.
Across all 1998 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 81,667 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.
The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R497 YTF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was R497 YTF registered?
R497 YTF is a 1998 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 14 January 1998.
Is R497 YTF safe to buy?
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