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S838 EWL

1998 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

114,031 mi
Last recorded114,031 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2017
Typical for 1998 Mazda Demio75,116 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS838 EWL
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2017 114,031 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 114,027 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2015 110,693 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 101,699 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 90,844 miles

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

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

nearside front indicator lens broken

Fail 27 Mar 2013 90,844 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

nearside front indicator lens broken

Pass 24 Apr 2012 89,395 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 85,956 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 80,272 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 78,871 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 70,812 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2007 69,036 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 63,223 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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S838 EWL 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 84.6%.

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 S838 EWL, 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 S838 EWL registered?

S838 EWL is a 1998 Mazda Demio, first registered on 21 August 1998.

Is S838 EWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S838 EWL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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