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S765 DFG

1998 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2015
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

152,228 mi
Last recorded152,228 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2014
Typical for 1998 Mazda Demio75,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS765 DFG
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2014 152,228 miles

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

Fail 18 Feb 2014 152,223 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 3 Jul 2012 142,971 miles

o/s/r tyre perishing

Pass 22 Jul 2011 135,069 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

there is corrosion on nearside and offside inner sills but not considered excessive

Fail 22 Jul 2011 135,066 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

there is corrosion on nearside and offside inner sills but not considered excessive

Pass 23 Jul 2010 129,677 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2010 129,578 miles

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 27 Jul 2009 119,388 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 110,360 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2008 110,355 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2007 95,361 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 95,361 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Oct 2006 92,073 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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S765 DFG is a 1998 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S765 DFG, 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 S765 DFG registered?

S765 DFG is a 1998 Mazda Demio, first registered on 5 December 1998.

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