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Y161 FCY

2001 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

91,088 mi
Last recorded91,088 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY161 FCY
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2015 91,088 miles

Offside Front Steering rack deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 May 2014 84,409 miles
Fail 13 May 2014 84,406 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 May 2013 74,599 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 74,598 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)

Pass 8 May 2012 68,704 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 63,545 miles

heavy corrossion on rear axle

Pass 5 May 2010 57,979 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 55,235 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 51,205 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

play on o/s mirror

Fail 23 Feb 2007 47,193 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2007 47,193 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2006 42,318 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Feb 2006 42,318 miles

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

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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Y161 FCY is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 Y161 FCY, 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.

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What year was Y161 FCY registered?

Y161 FCY is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 2 March 2001.

Is Y161 FCY safe to buy?

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