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N230 MCL

2008 Mazda MPV

Silver Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Oct 2017
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

253,635 mi
Last recorded253,635 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda MPV123,825 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN230 MCL
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 25 Sep 2017 253,635 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill end (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s and o/s front (2.4.A.3)

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Oct 2016 241,096 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance taped up (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack area (2.3.3b)

Oil leak ()

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

Fail 11 Oct 2016 241,096 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded n/s and o/s front cross member (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill end (2.4.A.3)

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt n/s and o/s (2.4.G.2)

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output n/s and o/s (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance taped up (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Front Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal rack area (2.3.3b)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 16 Oct 2015 228,104 miles

Nearside Rear arch taped

Nearside Rear lamp repaired with tape

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

oil leak

Fail 16 Oct 2015 228,104 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion n/s and o/s rear wheel arches (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour lens broken showing white light (1.1.A.3e)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement n/s and o/s (3.5.1k)

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

oil leak

Pass 9 Oct 2014 213,212 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both rear wheel arches slightly corroded

Fail 9 Oct 2014 213,212 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

both rear wheel arches slightly corroded

Pass 27 Sep 2013 194,819 miles

rear corroded archers

Pass 19 Oct 2012 180,621 miles

light corrosion on inner face of front brake discs

rear seats removed

Pass 16 Mar 2011 162,349 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 143,221 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2009 115,135 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 83,193 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MPV?

Based on 44,611 MOT tests across 3,157 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
6,780
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,401
position lamp(s) not working 1,305
Registration plate lamp not working 1,115
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 982
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N230 MCL is a 2008 Mazda MPV in Silver with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2008 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 123,825 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MPV fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N230 MCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MPV typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda MPV is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N230 MCL is a 2008 Mazda MPV, first registered on 1 April 2008.

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