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S195 JCS

1998 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,236 mi
Last recorded70,236 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS195 JCS
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2015 70,236 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 66,073 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2013 62,960 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2013 62,955 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Mar 2012 60,634 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 58,928 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2010 56,988 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 56,978 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 54,302 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 51,203 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2007 48,370 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 45,781 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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S195 JCS is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 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 S195 JCS, 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 S195 JCS registered?

S195 JCS is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 29 August 1998.

Is S195 JCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for S195 JCS shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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