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A11 KFO

1997 Mazda Xedos

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Sep 2011
Tests9 (4 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate44.4%

Mileage

116,507 mi
Last recorded116,507 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA11 KFO
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

4 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2010 116,507 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (3.7.C.2)

Fail 16 Jul 2009 115,738 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

Fail 16 Jun 2009 115,689 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

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

front brake discs pitted on outer edge inner surface

near side rear tyre perishing

rear brake discs badly pitted

wire staple in near side rear tyre

Fail 26 Feb 2009 115,671 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

Exhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Feb 2008 113,364 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2007 111,623 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 111,623 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 110,365 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2006 110,360 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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A11 KFO is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 44.4%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 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 Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A11 KFO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A11 KFO registered?

A11 KFO is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is A11 KFO safe to buy?

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