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W488 SBY

2000 Mazda Xedos

Red Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

157,780 mi
Last recorded157,780 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2011
Typical for 2000 Mazda Xedos83,283 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW488 SBY
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2011 157,780 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 153,752 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 144,287 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 134,682 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2008 134,619 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 126,143 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 1 Apr 2006 116,359 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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W488 SBY is a 2000 Mazda Xedos in Red with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2000 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 83,283 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 W488 SBY, 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 26 years old, this Mazda Xedos is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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How do I check the history of W488 SBY?

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What year was W488 SBY registered?

W488 SBY is a 2000 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 10 March 2000.

Is W488 SBY safe to buy?

The MOT history for W488 SBY shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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