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R59 NDM

1998 Mazda 121

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

34,431 mi
Last recorded34,431 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2013
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR59 NDM
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2013 34,431 miles

NO rear view mirror

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear seat belts not checked load in car

Fail 19 Apr 2013 34,222 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

NO rear view mirror

Offside Front Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear seat belts not checked load in car

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 18 Apr 2012 22,762 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 22,433 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2011 22,433 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Apr 2010 22,182 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 21,474 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 20,501 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2007 18,971 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 17,217 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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R59 NDM is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 R59 NDM, 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 R59 NDM registered?

R59 NDM is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 21 April 1998.

Is R59 NDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for R59 NDM shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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