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S91 KJU

1998 Mazda 121

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

67,752 mi
Last recorded67,752 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2019
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS91 KJU
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2019 67,752 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2019 67,713 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner and outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 64,650 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2017 61,939 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 61,936 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded otter sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outter sill (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 29 Jan 2016 59,475 miles

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

Pass 3 Feb 2015 57,926 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2015 57,926 miles

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 9 Aug 2013 54,713 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2012 50,731 miles

Nearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 46,572 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jul 2010 42,954 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 39,614 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2008 35,397 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 31,490 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 27,288 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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S91 KJU is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 S91 KJU, 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 S91 KJU registered?

S91 KJU is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is S91 KJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for S91 KJU shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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