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T42 SHO

1999 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

99,084 mi
Last recorded99,084 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2021
Typical for 1999 Mazda Demio70,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT42 SHO
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2021 99,084 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged missing ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Mar 2020 96,862 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 5 Mar 2020 96,860 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 28 Feb 2019 93,412 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2019 93,394 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 89,845 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 89,845 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Mar 2017 86,631 miles

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

Fail 1 Mar 2017 86,631 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Feb 2016 82,745 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2016 82,745 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 77,306 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 71,234 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 20 Feb 2013 65,786 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 20 Feb 2013 65,786 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 61,386 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2011 55,324 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 49,263 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 44,594 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 41,433 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2007 35,863 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 29,823 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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T42 SHO is a 1999 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,168 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 T42 SHO, 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 27 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T42 SHO registered?

T42 SHO is a 1999 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T42 SHO safe to buy?

The MOT history for T42 SHO shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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