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W493 LBA

2000 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2015
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

70,339 mi
Last recorded70,339 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2014
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW493 LBA
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2014 70,339 miles

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

hand brake cable under body rear bushes deteriorated

surface corrosion to brake pipes and fuel lines

Fail 13 Dec 2014 70,301 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

hand brake cable under body rear bushes deteriorated

surface corrosion to brake pipes and fuel lines

Pass 12 Dec 2013 63,034 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2012 56,249 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Dec 2012 56,249 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Dec 2011 50,756 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Dec 2010 46,637 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 44,916 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2008 43,507 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 39,244 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 36,645 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 31,269 miles

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

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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W493 LBA is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 66,328 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 W493 LBA, 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 26 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W493 LBA registered?

W493 LBA is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 4 March 2000.

Is W493 LBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W493 LBA shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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