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X489 DAX

2000 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2017
Tests19 (11 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate57.9%

Mileage

111,933 mi
Last recorded111,933 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2017
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX489 DAX
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

11 pass 8 fail
Fail 17 Oct 2017 111,933 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 103,368 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Oct 2016 103,361 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 96,203 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 28 Sep 2015 95,869 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 9 Oct 2014 93,812 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 7 Oct 2014 93,770 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Sep 2013 88,854 miles

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

NSF brake bind

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

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 24 Sep 2013 88,854 miles

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

NSF brake bind

Oil leak

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 24 Sep 2012 83,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 83,444 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 23 Sep 2011 77,903 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 70,686 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2010 70,631 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is fractured (5.2.6)

Pass 20 Oct 2009 64,810 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 13 Oct 2009 64,590 miles

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Oct 2008 57,625 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 53,490 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2006 41,243 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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X489 DAX is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X489 DAX, 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 X489 DAX registered?

X489 DAX is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 September 2000.

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