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X291 YLJ

2000 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

66,201 mi
Last recorded66,201 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX291 YLJ
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 66,201 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (very low) (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear light lens damaged

Offside Front fog lamp not working

Pass 19 Aug 2024 64,385 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear light lense damaged

Offside Front fog lamp not working (pre 2008)

Pass 15 Aug 2023 62,944 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 60,693 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2022 60,690 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 58,952 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 57,681 miles

stone chip on windscreen

Fail 11 Aug 2020 57,677 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

stone chip on windscreen

Pass 22 Aug 2019 55,810 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2018 53,221 miles

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

Pass 21 Aug 2017 50,327 miles

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

Fail 21 Aug 2017 50,327 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2015 40,785 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2014 32,983 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 26,485 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 28 Aug 2012 19,443 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 14,329 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 14,229 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 14,083 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2008 13,776 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2008 13,776 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 12,941 miles
Fail 20 Sep 2007 12,941 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 11,871 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2005 10,934 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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X291 YLJ is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 X291 YLJ, 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 X291 YLJ registered?

X291 YLJ is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 29 September 2000.

Is X291 YLJ safe to buy?

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