CarVerify

Free Car Check

Y216 SOR

2001 Mazda Demio

Silver Petrol 1323cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2025
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

84,172 mi
Last recorded84,172 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationY216 SOR
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Fail 23 Jul 2025 84,172 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both rear inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2024 80,839 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides split (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2023 76,795 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 25 Jul 2022 68,238 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear axle bushes deteriorated

Pass 2 Aug 2021 59,017 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 31 Jul 2021 58,995 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2020 55,007 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect leaking (5.3.2 (b))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn axle bushes starting to de bond (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 50,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both VERY perished/cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear axle bushes deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2018 43,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Aug 2017 36,280 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Fail 1 Aug 2017 36,280 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

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

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

Rear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2 ()

Pass 27 Jul 2016 31,281 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 25,619 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2014 20,120 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

both rear tyres perishing

n/s/f tyre perished sidewall

Pass 27 Mar 2013 12,537 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 6,073 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 5,920 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2010 5,646 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 5,390 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 5,130 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2008 5,130 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2007 4,825 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 4,465 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
Full Mazda Demio reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

Y216 SOR is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Silver with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 Y216 SOR, 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

How do I check the history of Y216 SOR?

You can check the full history of Y216 SOR by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was Y216 SOR registered?

Y216 SOR is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 1 March 2001.

Is Y216 SOR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y216 SOR shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does Y216 SOR have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on Y216 SOR. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.