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S223 FWL

1998 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

98,370 mi
Last recorded98,370 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2015
Typical for 1998 Mazda Demio75,116 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS223 FWL
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Fail 28 Nov 2015 98,370 miles

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front cross member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near inner arm mounting (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Offside Front Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive strut top area (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

nearside front tyre has a cut

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 22 Dec 2014 92,891 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pedal anti-slip rubber worn

exhaust heat shields corroded

power steering pump drive belt perished

Pass 17 Jan 2014 90,179 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 85,775 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2012 83,627 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 82,775 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 82,247 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2009 81,839 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 81,457 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 80,806 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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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S223 FWL is a 1998 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.4% with a typical mileage of 75,116 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 S223 FWL, 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 28 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was S223 FWL registered?

S223 FWL is a 1998 Mazda Demio, first registered on 20 August 1998.

Is S223 FWL safe to buy?

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