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X498 YLJ

2001 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jan 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

73,418 mi
Last recorded73,418 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX498 YLJ
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2026 73,418 miles

Rear underside surface rust

Pass 3 Jan 2025 72,068 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 70,635 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

advise tyre check 6 months

Pass 13 Jan 2023 68,977 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded slight ()

Pass 12 Jan 2022 67,730 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened outer edges corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 15 Jan 2021 66,756 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Jan 2021 66,756 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Jan 2020 65,439 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 9 Jan 2019 63,594 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2018 61,602 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2017 59,398 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2016 56,287 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2015 53,515 miles

Both drive shaft oil seals leaking

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 50,306 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2014 50,306 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2013 47,788 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Jan 2012 44,448 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2011 41,097 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 37,258 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2009 32,947 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2008 28,237 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 22,515 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 20,081 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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X498 YLJ is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 58,971 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 X498 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 25 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 X498 YLJ registered?

X498 YLJ is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 4 January 2001.

Is X498 YLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for X498 YLJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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