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YIW 8870

2001 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

92,445 mi
Last recorded92,445 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2019
Typical for 2001 Mazda MX-389,728 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYIW 8870
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,500cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2019 92,445 miles

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

Nearside Rear hardpipe fuel line slightly corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2018 83,255 miles

fuel pipes corroded

play in both front link bars

Fail 4 Jul 2018 83,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Rear fog lamp not working intermitent (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

fuel pipes corroded

play in both front link bars

Pass 25 Jul 2017 76,853 miles

brake warning light on

Pass 14 Jun 2016 68,710 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 66,347 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2015 66,344 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jun 2014 64,417 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 64,321 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2012 46,194 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 45,063 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2010 43,213 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2010 43,122 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 41,632 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2008 39,267 miles

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 37,476 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 34,444 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2006 34,444 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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YIW 8870 is a 2001 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2001 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.1% with a typical mileage of 89,728 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YIW 8870, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YIW 8870 registered?

YIW 8870 is a 2001 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 19 January 2001.

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