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SP51 VAK

2001 Mazda Tribute

Blue Petrol 1989cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,776 mi
Last recorded108,776 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2012
Typical for 2001 Mazda Tribute81,692 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP51 VAK
MakeMazda
ModelTribute
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 3 Feb 2012 108,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)

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

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Nearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Coolant leak

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-lock braking system component slightly damaged (3.4.2)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 10 Mar 2011 100,349 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2010 91,715 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 29 Mar 2010 91,715 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 82,678 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 70,273 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2008 70,271 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2007 56,901 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 47,537 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Tribute?

Based on 38,590 MOT tests across 2,673 vehicles.

71.0%
Pass Rate
6,359
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
2,673
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake hose excessively deteriorated 2,111
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,355
Registration plate lamp not working 1,261
position lamp(s) not working 1,195
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,111
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SP51 VAK is a 2001 Mazda Tribute in Blue with a 1,989cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Tribute models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 81,692 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 Tribute fails its MOT is brake hose excessively deteriorated, accounting for 2,111 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP51 VAK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Tribute typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda Tribute is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SP51 VAK registered?

SP51 VAK is a 2001 Mazda Tribute, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is SP51 VAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP51 VAK shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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