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W98 VEL

2000 Mazda Demio

Green Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

85,586 mi
Last recorded85,586 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2015
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW98 VEL
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2015 85,586 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Aug 2015 85,450 miles

Nearside Front Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2014 80,909 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Aug 2013 76,016 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 71,173 miles

both rear axle bushes starting to split

Pass 14 Jul 2011 67,182 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2010 63,110 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 58,961 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 53,436 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 49,407 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 49,407 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear axle handbrake cable mounting rubbers cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2006 45,586 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2005 41,149 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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W98 VEL is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Green with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 W98 VEL, 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 W98 VEL registered?

W98 VEL is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 2 August 2000.

Is W98 VEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for W98 VEL shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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