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K404 PGJ

1997 Mazda 121

Blue Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2009
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

99,044 mi
Last recorded99,044 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationK404 PGJ
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Dec 2008 99,044 miles

Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 20 Dec 2007 97,643 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2006 96,654 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2005 92,383 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2005 92,383 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (1.2.1e)

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

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

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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K404 PGJ is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Blue with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 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 K404 PGJ, 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.

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What year was K404 PGJ registered?

K404 PGJ is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 14 July 1997.

Is K404 PGJ safe to buy?

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