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R499 TEG

1998 Mazda 121

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

43,586 mi
Last recorded43,586 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR499 TEG
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2012 43,586 miles

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

both rear tyres badly perished on sidewalls.

front tyres different size to rear.

rear tyres worn to 3mm.

Fail 8 Jun 2012 43,586 miles

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

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

both rear tyres badly perished on sidewalls.

front tyres different size to rear.

rear tyres worn to 3mm.

Pass 2 Jun 2011 38,981 miles

both rear tyres perished

slight leak pas pump area

Fail 2 Jun 2011 38,981 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

both rear tyres perished

slight leak pas pump area

Pass 12 May 2010 34,095 miles

both rear tyres perished.

wear to both front lower suspension arm rear bushes.

Fail 12 May 2010 34,091 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

both rear tyres perished

Pass 7 May 2009 29,777 miles

both front tyres worn to 1.6mm minimum tread depth and wearing unevenly

slight wear to both front lower suspension arm rear inner mounting bushes

Pass 13 May 2008 27,539 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 25,926 miles

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

Nearside Inner Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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

Pass 3 May 2006 23,569 miles
Fail 2 May 2006 23,569 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively 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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R499 TEG is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 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 R499 TEG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R499 TEG registered?

R499 TEG is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 28 May 1998.

Is R499 TEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R499 TEG shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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