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R960 XDT

1998 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2013
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

80,869 mi
Last recorded80,869 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR960 XDT
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2012 80,869 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment slightly damaged (2.4.G.1)

under vehicle corroded

Fail 25 Sep 2012 80,848 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2011 77,981 miles

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

centre brake light inop

front brake discs corroded

front tyres different size to rear

handbrake travel very high

o/s/f wing very corroded and taped up

Fail 19 Sep 2011 77,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Battery insecure

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

centre brake light inop

front brake discs corroded

front tyres different size to rear

handbrake travel very high

o/s/f wing very corroded and taped up

Pass 20 Sep 2010

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL HIGH

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT OUT

O/SFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

OIL LEAK WHEN RUNNING

Fail 15 Sep 2010

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

HANDBRAKE TRAVEL HIGH

HIGH LEVEL BRAKE LIGHT OUT

O/SFRONT TO REAR BRAKE PIPE CORRODED

OIL LEAK WHEN RUNNING

Pass 21 Sep 2009 72,304 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2009 72,304 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Rear Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

wipers split on ends, rear wiper, petrol tank damaged, n/s/r tyre nailin it, spare tyre flat

Pass 13 Sep 2008 66,049 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2007 58,726 miles

both front tyres close to minimum, handbrake travels high, dampness on steering rack

Pass 20 Sep 2006 52,048 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2006 52,048 miles

Centre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

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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R960 XDT is a 1998 Mazda 121 in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R960 XDT, 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 R960 XDT registered?

R960 XDT is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 5 January 1998.

Is R960 XDT safe to buy?

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