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N144 BWP

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2022
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

55,337 mi
Last recorded55,337 miles
Recorded on17 Nov 2021
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN144 BWP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Nov 2021 55,337 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2021 55,337 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jan 2020 54,664 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))

Pass 16 Oct 2018 53,887 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2017 53,418 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2016 52,850 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2015 52,314 miles

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

Pass 14 Mar 2014 52,461 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 22 Feb 2013 50,270 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 24 Feb 2012 49,003 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 45,706 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 45,706 miles

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 43,801 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 42,369 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 38,378 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 34,355 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2006 31,154 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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N144 BWP is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N144 BWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N144 BWP registered?

N144 BWP is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 January 1996.

Is N144 BWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N144 BWP shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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