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Y242 RVR

2001 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

20,838 mi
Last recorded20,838 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY242 RVR
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 20,838 miles
Pass 21 May 2024 20,834 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 20,783 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 20,649 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 20,460 miles
Pass 18 May 2020 20,074 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 19,971 miles
Pass 23 May 2018 19,970 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 19,669 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 19,320 miles
Pass 15 May 2015 19,198 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 19,060 miles
Pass 31 May 2013 18,750 miles
Fail 31 May 2013 18,748 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2012 18,333 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2011 17,977 miles
Pass 24 May 2010 17,659 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 16,793 miles
Pass 24 May 2008 15,295 miles
Pass 15 May 2007 12,282 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 9,242 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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Y242 RVR is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 Y242 RVR, 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 Y242 RVR?

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What year was Y242 RVR registered?

Y242 RVR is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 5 June 2001.

Is Y242 RVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y242 RVR shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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