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X608 VAO

2000 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,339 mi
Last recorded108,339 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2013
Typical for 2000 Mazda Demio66,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX608 VAO
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2013 108,339 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2013 108,339 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 104,374 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2012 104,361 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 6 Sep 2011 99,496 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 99,476 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 13 Sep 2010 95,085 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2009 90,426 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 81,952 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 73,730 miles

knocking from rear suspension shock absorbers

Fail 26 Sep 2007 73,718 miles

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

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Advise cleaning and grease protecting corrosion on rear brake pipes

knocking from rear suspension shock absorbers

Pass 22 Sep 2006 64,292 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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X608 VAO is a 2000 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 X608 VAO, 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 X608 VAO registered?

X608 VAO is a 2000 Mazda Demio, first registered on 9 October 2000.

Is X608 VAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for X608 VAO shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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