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V443 LAF

1999 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

87,545 mi
Last recorded87,545 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 1999 Mazda Demio70,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV443 LAF
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 87,545 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axel (2.4.G.1)

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis / inner sills (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2015 80,296 miles

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axel beam (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Fail 1 Sep 2015 80,296 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Exhaust heatshield insecure

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axel beam (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 72,289 miles

Both rear inner sills corroded

Rear beam axel corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2014 72,289 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Both rear inner sills corroded

Rear beam axel corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2013 63,255 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 25 Aug 2012 52,094 miles

front brake pads look low

Pass 2 Aug 2011 40,072 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2010 37,810 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 35,568 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2008 33,060 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2007 29,028 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 25,114 miles

advise. l/h rear tyre wearing uneven on inner side of tread. (flat spots appearing).

Pass 6 Aug 2005 20,998 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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V443 LAF is a 1999 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 V443 LAF, 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 V443 LAF registered?

V443 LAF is a 1999 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V443 LAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for V443 LAF shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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