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R855 XEG

1997 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2013
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

76,475 mi
Last recorded76,475 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR855 XEG
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2012 76,475 miles

outer sills at rear repaired but getting weak

Pass 7 Jul 2011 73,875 miles

outer sills at rear getting weak at rear both sides

Pass 2 Jul 2010 71,328 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 68,309 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 65,036 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

front number plate discolouring

Pass 31 Jul 2007 61,148 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 61,039 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 56,678 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 56,678 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Jul 2005 51,580 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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R855 XEG is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 56,237 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 R855 XEG, 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 29 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 R855 XEG registered?

R855 XEG is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R855 XEG safe to buy?

The MOT history for R855 XEG 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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