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R980 NGT

1997 Mazda MX-3

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

83,040 mi
Last recorded83,040 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR980 NGT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2016 83,040 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2015 80,691 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2014 77,807 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Nov 2013 75,512 miles

Offside Outer Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 73,139 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2011 71,316 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 68,775 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f suspension legs both dust covers split

Pass 9 Nov 2009 65,802 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 61,985 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2008 61,984 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Nov 2007 59,042 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Nov 2006 54,876 miles

both front tyres starting to ware off on outer edge

Pass 16 Nov 2005 50,986 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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R980 NGT is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 R980 NGT, 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 R980 NGT registered?

R980 NGT is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 28 November 1997.

Is R980 NGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for R980 NGT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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