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S963 FWT

1998 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2012
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

75,821 mi
Last recorded75,821 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2011
Typical for 1998 Mazda 12158,164 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS963 FWT
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2011 75,821 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Feb 2009 69,583 miles

Both rear tyres are age cracked.

Pass 20 Feb 2008 65,388 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 65,388 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Feb 2007 60,158 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 53,508 miles

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

steering joint dust cover split/missing

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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S963 FWT is a 1998 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 S963 FWT, 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 S963 FWT registered?

S963 FWT is a 1998 Mazda 121, first registered on 30 November 1998.

Is S963 FWT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S963 FWT shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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