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N159 LHY

1996 Mazda Xedos 6

Silver Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

115,828 mi
Last recorded115,828 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda Xedos 6101,625 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN159 LHY
MakeMazda
ModelXedos 6
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2011 115,828 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2011 115,500 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

both front brakes flexi hoses deteriorating

both front tyres close to limit

Pass 29 Jun 2010 103,185 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Jun 2009 96,315 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

both rear tyres getting low (195/60x15)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

windscreen surround working loose

Pass 2 Jun 2008 95,299 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 95,299 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2007 88,021 miles

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

n/s/r seat belt visual check only (baby seat fitted). †handbrake lever travel becoming excessive.

Pass 25 Apr 2006 79,711 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos 6?

Based on 17,923 MOT tests across 2,601 vehicles.

64.5%
Pass Rate
5,298
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
2,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,674
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,151
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,001
Stop lamp not working 660
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 652
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N159 LHY is a 1996 Mazda Xedos 6 in Silver with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Xedos 6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 101,625 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos 6 fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,674 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N159 LHY, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos 6 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda Xedos 6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N159 LHY registered?

N159 LHY is a 1996 Mazda Xedos 6, first registered on 26 March 1996.

Is N159 LHY safe to buy?

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