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X298 TFC

2000 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

59,967 mi
Last recorded59,967 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2018
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX298 TFC
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Mar 2018 59,967 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2017 59,451 miles

airbag warning light on

Fail 25 Mar 2017 59,449 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

airbag warning light on

Pass 15 Mar 2016 58,799 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 57,669 miles

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

exhaust heat shield loose - removed

Fail 30 Mar 2015 57,664 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

exhaust heat shield loose - removed

Pass 17 Mar 2014 54,783 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 49,642 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 44,513 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2011 43,206 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2011 43,206 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 41,515 miles

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

Pass 26 Mar 2009 38,935 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 38,934 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 4 Dec 2007 35,429 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 30,350 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 27,241 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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X298 TFC is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 X298 TFC, 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.

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What year was X298 TFC registered?

X298 TFC is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 28 September 2000.

Is X298 TFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X298 TFC shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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