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GLZ 2608

1997 Mazda 121

Red Diesel 1753cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2011
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

11,882 mi
Last recorded11,882 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGLZ 2608
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,753cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2010 11,882 miles

Offside outer sill thinning with corrosion

Slight dampness (fuel) around engine area

nearside front and offside rear tyres cracked and perished on side walls

offside rear and nearside rear inner wings corroded and holed

Fail 24 Nov 2010 11,882 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

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

Offside outer sill thinning with corrosion

Slight dampness (fuel) around engine area

nearside front and offside rear tyres cracked and perished on side walls

offside rear and nearside rear inner wings corroded and holed

How Reliable is the Mazda 121?

Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,747
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,459
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,371
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,598
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,343
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,793
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GLZ 2608 is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,753cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.0% with a typical mileage of 56,237 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 121 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GLZ 2608, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GLZ 2608 registered?

GLZ 2608 is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is GLZ 2608 safe to buy?

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