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Y243 UES

2001 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

148,234 mi
Last recorded148,234 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2013
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY243 UES
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2013 148,234 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 148,232 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear tyre cracked

offside and nearside tyre cracked

Pass 28 Jun 2012 136,406 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 136,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 8 Jul 2011 125,391 miles

slight rattle from nearside front but unable to find the source recomend further inspection

Fail 7 Jul 2011 125,390 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 12 Jul 2010 112,724 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2010 112,560 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2009 102,095 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Jul 2009 102,093 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 88,599 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 88,427 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Jul 2007 73,014 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 55,859 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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Y243 UES is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 Y243 UES, 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 Y243 UES registered?

Y243 UES is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 12 March 2001.

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