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P244 SGC

1997 Mazda 121

Black Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

9,007 mi
Last recorded9,007 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda 12156,237 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP244 SGC
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2013 9,007 miles

centre exhuast rusty and slight blow

nsf tyrte wearing low very edges

oil ressidue all over rear engine area

rear exhuast baffols broken up inside and rusty

Pass 5 Mar 2012 5,439 miles

advise rear shoe clean and adjust

baffols broken up insid back box and centre rusty

Fail 5 Mar 2012 5,439 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

advise rear shoe clean and adjust

baffols broken up insid back box and centre rusty

Pass 28 Feb 2011 851 miles

offside front c.v gaitor cracked but not split

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

oil leak from engine

Pass 18 Jan 2010 94,434 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 31 Jan 2009 89,050 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

drivers door mirror cracked

Fail 31 Jan 2009 89,050 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

drivers door mirror cracked

Pass 15 Feb 2008 85,186 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 79,419 miles

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

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

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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P244 SGC is a 1997 Mazda 121 in Black with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 P244 SGC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P244 SGC registered?

P244 SGC is a 1997 Mazda 121, first registered on 26 March 1997.

Is P244 SGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P244 SGC shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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