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J117 SWL

1994 Mazda 121

Yellow Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

15,337 mi
Last recorded15,337 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2007
Typical for 1994 Mazda 12179,563 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ117 SWL
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1994
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2007 15,337 miles

large of surfacecorrion to underbody and rearbrake pipes front cross member has been repired

Pass 1 Jun 2006 149,057 miles
Fail 22 May 2006 149,030 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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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J117 SWL is a 1994 Mazda 121 in Yellow with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1994 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.0% with a typical mileage of 79,563 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 J117 SWL, 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 32 years old, this Mazda 121 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J117 SWL registered?

J117 SWL is a 1994 Mazda 121, first registered on 10 December 1994.

Is J117 SWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for J117 SWL shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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