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J518 WRX

1992 Mazda MX-3

Yellow Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jun 2014
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

171,386 mi
Last recorded171,386 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2014
Typical for 1992 Mazda MX-3106,076 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ518 WRX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1992
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2014 171,386 miles

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

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen cracked not within drivers view

Pass 21 Jun 2013 153,832 miles

Exhaust system starting to rust

Pass 21 Jun 2012 138,747 miles

Both front tyre tread depths measure 3mm.

Inner-most edge of nearside rear tyre tread starting to distort.

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Small split in nearside wiper blade.

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jun 2012 138,742 miles

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Both front tyre tread depths measure 3mm.

Inner-most edge of nearside rear tyre tread starting to distort.

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 127,135 miles

both front lower arm rear bushes becoming perished

oil leaking from both cam cover gaskets

Pass 18 Jun 2010 116,072 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2009 107,370 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 100,532 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 95,643 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2007 95,643 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 May 2006 90,626 miles

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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J518 WRX is a 1992 Mazda MX-3 in Yellow with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1992 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 61.1% with a typical mileage of 106,076 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 J518 WRX, 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 34 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was J518 WRX registered?

J518 WRX is a 1992 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 30 December 1992.

Is J518 WRX safe to buy?

The MOT history for J518 WRX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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