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R821 XEG

1997 Mazda MX-3

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2012
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

106,104 mi
Last recorded106,104 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR821 XEG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 30 Mar 2011 106,104 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Apr 2009 97,731 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 94,211 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 88,071 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2006 84,324 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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R821 XEG is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 86,688 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 R821 XEG, 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 29 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 R821 XEG registered?

R821 XEG is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R821 XEG safe to buy?

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