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R981 ADP

1997 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2010
Tests4 (4 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

54,655 mi
Last recorded54,655 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2009
Typical for 1997 Mazda Demio90,836 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR981 ADP
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,490cc

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MOT History

4 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2009 54,655 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 50,734 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2007 47,010 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2006 41,679 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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R981 ADP is a 1997 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 90,836 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R981 ADP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R981 ADP registered?

R981 ADP is a 1997 Mazda Demio, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R981 ADP safe to buy?

The MOT history for R981 ADP shows 4 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does R981 ADP have outstanding finance?

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