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S240 SLC

1998 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

31,466 mi
Last recorded31,466 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2012
Typical for 1998 Mazda Demio75,116 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS240 SLC
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2012 31,466 miles

Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 28,553 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 26,969 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2008 22,790 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2008 22,790 miles

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

Pass 27 Dec 2007 19,228 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 5 Sep 2006 15,372 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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S240 SLC is a 1998 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 S240 SLC, 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 S240 SLC registered?

S240 SLC is a 1998 Mazda Demio, first registered on 24 September 1998.

Is S240 SLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for S240 SLC shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does S240 SLC have outstanding finance?

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