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P101 FSA

1997 Mazda Xedos

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,402 mi
Last recorded85,402 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP101 FSA
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2016 85,402 miles

o/s/f and n/s/f flexible brake hoses cracking

Fail 3 Sep 2016 85,394 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f and n/s/f flexible brake hoses cracking

Pass 27 Jul 2015 77,760 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2014 70,038 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 66,772 miles

front tyres worn on inner edge

scratches on nearside door & front wing

Pass 20 Jun 2012 61,987 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2012 61,987 miles

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

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 57,398 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 52,755 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)

Pass 17 Jun 2010 52,755 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 46,920 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 40,673 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 34,632 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 29,917 miles

Handbrake lever requires minor adjustment.

Pass 24 Jun 2005 26,735 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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P101 FSA is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P101 FSA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P101 FSA registered?

P101 FSA is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 20 May 1997.

Is P101 FSA safe to buy?

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