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M381 FBJ

1995 Mazda 121

Green Petrol 1324cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

90,560 mi
Last recorded90,560 miles
Recorded on24 Feb 2014
Typical for 1995 Mazda 12169,822 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM381 FBJ
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1995
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,324cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Fail 24 Feb 2014 90,560 miles

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

various floor, sill & gereral has surface corrosion

Pass 12 Feb 2013 89,390 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside rear tyre tread low on the outter edge

Fail 11 Feb 2013 89,387 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

nearside rear tyre tread low on the outter edge

Pass 23 Jan 2012 87,242 miles

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

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

nearside front,offside front and both front to rear brake pipes covered

Pass 16 Feb 2011 85,330 miles

front to rear brake pipe at rear hose grease covered

offside front outer c.v. boot starting to perish

Fail 26 Jan 2011 85,317 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

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

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

Coolant leak

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Feb 2010 83,387 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Feb 2010 83,387 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2009 81,280 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 78,462 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2008 78,462 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

emissions not tested hole in system

Pass 12 Feb 2007 75,453 miles

Front number plate cracked slightly

Fail 12 Feb 2007 75,453 miles

Front number plate cracked slightly

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 13 Feb 2006 71,909 miles

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 13 Feb 2006 71,909 miles

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

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
Full Mazda 121 reliability report

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M381 FBJ is a 1995 Mazda 121 in Green with a 1,324cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

Across all 1995 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 69,822 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 M381 FBJ, 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 31 years old, this Mazda 121 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was M381 FBJ registered?

M381 FBJ is a 1995 Mazda 121, first registered on 28 February 1995.

Is M381 FBJ safe to buy?

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