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S285 ADO

1999 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Nov 2023
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

110,216 mi
Last recorded110,216 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 1999 Mazda Demio70,168 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS285 ADO
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 110,216 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 108,580 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 106,694 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 14 Nov 2019 104,835 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre cracking on inside edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 102,353 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 98,789 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2016 96,301 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 91,640 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 86,927 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 81,759 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 77,699 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 73,164 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 69,369 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2009 65,845 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 64,196 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2008 64,196 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Dec 2007 62,927 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2006 61,819 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2005 60,501 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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S285 ADO is a 1999 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 70,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S285 ADO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S285 ADO registered?

S285 ADO is a 1999 Mazda Demio, first registered on 4 January 1999.

Is S285 ADO safe to buy?

The MOT history for S285 ADO shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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