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V856 FFV

1999 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Mar 2013
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

629,121 mi
Last recorded629,121 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2013
Typical for 1999 Mazda 12156,329 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV856 FFV
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1999
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Fail 6 Mar 2013 629,121 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Mar 2012 59,980 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2011 56,327 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 52,222 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2010 52,222 miles

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 48,846 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 41,967 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 36,636 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2007 36,636 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 16 Jan 2006 24,413 miles

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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V856 FFV is a 1999 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

Across all 1999 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.8% with a typical mileage of 56,329 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 V856 FFV, 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 27 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was V856 FFV registered?

V856 FFV is a 1999 Mazda 121, first registered on 26 November 1999.

Is V856 FFV safe to buy?

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