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N331 TDU

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

19,677 mi
Last recorded19,677 miles
Recorded on4 May 2024
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN331 TDU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 May 2024 19,677 miles
Pass 29 May 2023 19,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 17 Apr 2021 19,657 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2019 19,553 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 19,492 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2016 19,428 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2016 19,428 miles

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

Pass 21 Dec 2015 19,369 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2014 19,132 miles

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

Pass 18 Dec 2013 18,939 miles

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

Pass 7 Jan 2013 18,801 miles

both rear tyres wearing on edge

surface rust on underside

Pass 9 Dec 2011 18,712 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 18,523 miles

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

Fail 13 Dec 2010 18,523 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 9 Dec 2009 18,306 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 17,951 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 17,552 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 17,551 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Dec 2006 17,153 miles

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

Pass 9 Jan 2006 16,964 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 16,963 miles

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

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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N331 TDU is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N331 TDU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N331 TDU registered?

N331 TDU is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 January 1996.

Is N331 TDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N331 TDU shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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