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L218 AKM

1993 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Mar 2013
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

104,683 mi
Last recorded104,683 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2012
Typical for 1993 Mazda 12173,845 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationL218 AKM
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1993
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2012 104,683 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads low

front track control bar bushes deteriorating

slight fluid seepage power steering pipe

slight oil leak engine area

Fail 2 Mar 2012 104,676 miles

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

registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

front brake pads low

front track control bar bushes deteriorating

slight fluid seepage power steering pipe

slight oil leak engine area

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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L218 AKM is a 1993 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1993 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 73,845 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 L218 AKM, 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 33 years old, this Mazda 121 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was L218 AKM registered?

L218 AKM is a 1993 Mazda 121, first registered on 31 December 1993.

Is L218 AKM safe to buy?

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