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T516 KNB

1999 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

40,694 mi
Last recorded40,694 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda Demio70,168 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT516 KNB
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 40,694 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2025 40,187 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Mar 2024 37,518 miles

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Jun 2023 36,302 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both, chalked (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 35,804 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Apr 2022 31,669 miles

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

rear suspension slight corroded

tin cover loose on exhaust

Fail 14 Apr 2022 31,667 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and loose (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

rear suspension slight corroded

tin cover loose on exhaust

Pass 17 May 2021 27,253 miles

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

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Rear axle corrosion visible

Fail 6 May 2021 27,091 miles

Nearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Front exhaust heat shield loose

Rear axle corrosion visible

Pass 2 Jun 2020 23,611 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 19,545 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2018 13,979 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 9,984 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 9,923 miles
Pass 24 May 2016 9,572 miles
Pass 27 May 2015 9,249 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2014 8,538 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 7,994 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 7,461 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 7,135 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2010 7,034 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 6,848 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 6,364 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 6,054 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 5,057 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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T516 KNB is a 1999 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 T516 KNB, 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 T516 KNB registered?

T516 KNB is a 1999 Mazda Demio, first registered on 29 March 1999.

Is T516 KNB safe to buy?

The MOT history for T516 KNB shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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