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Y277 KPU

2001 Mazda Demio

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

123,237 mi
Last recorded123,237 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Demio58,971 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY277 KPU
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 123,237 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2024 102,695 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2024 102,602 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Aug 2023 78,911 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2023 78,911 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Aug 2022 69,185 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both headlamps (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2021 61,990 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 51,572 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear sub frame suspension bushes are slightly deteriorated

Fail 5 Aug 2020 51,507 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Registration plate insecure broken (0.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and wearing on the inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear sub frame suspension bushes are slightly deteriorated

Pass 16 Aug 2019 45,081 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2018 33,624 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 33,215 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2017 32,237 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2016 30,936 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2016 30,936 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 29,799 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2014 28,564 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2013 27,168 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 25,228 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2011 23,839 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 22,268 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 20,663 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 18,468 miles

o/s/f and o/s/r tyres have small cracks in treads....advise further inspection soon.

Pass 1 Jun 2007 16,056 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2007 16,056 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

offside rear tyre sidewall perishing

Pass 1 Jun 2006 12,934 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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Y277 KPU is a 2001 Mazda Demio in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 Y277 KPU, 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 Y277 KPU registered?

Y277 KPU is a 2001 Mazda Demio, first registered on 31 May 2001.

Is Y277 KPU safe to buy?

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