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R26 ULX

1997 Mazda 121 Gxi

Blue Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2009
Tests3 (3 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

84,026 mi
Last recorded84,026 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda 121 Gxi56,044 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR26 ULX
MakeMazda
Model121 Gxi
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc
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MOT History

3 pass
Pass 31 Oct 2008 84,026 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 76,106 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2006 69,506 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 121 Gxi?

Based on 1,086 MOT tests across 201 vehicles.

59.6%
Pass Rate
6,290
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
201
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 159
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 93
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 90
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 75
constant velocity joint gaiter split 70
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R26 ULX is a 1997 Mazda 121 Gxi in Blue with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1997 Mazda 121 Gxi models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.4% with a typical mileage of 56,044 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 121 Gxi fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R26 ULX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 Gxi typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda 121 Gxi is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R26 ULX registered?

R26 ULX is a 1997 Mazda 121 Gxi, first registered on 5 August 1997.

Is R26 ULX safe to buy?

The MOT history for R26 ULX shows 3 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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