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N38 VLJ

1995 Mazda MPV

Silver Diesel 2261cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2015
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

226,833 mi
Last recorded226,833 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2014
Typical for 1995 Mazda MPV135,780 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN38 VLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2014 226,833 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2014 226,833 miles

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

dampness of oil around the steeering rack

offside door mirror slightly insecure

slight play to the offside front anti-roll bar drop link

various parts of the bodyand chassis corrded

Pass 28 Oct 2013 209,423 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2013 209,423 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 184,955 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Fail 19 Apr 2012 184,955 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) insecure (1.1.A.3a)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2011 170,443 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

n/side rear light assy o k at test

Pass 22 Mar 2010 152,683 miles

both front headlamp lenses deteriorated

n/s rear lamp unit damaged

Fail 18 Mar 2010 152,683 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

both front headlamp lenses deteriorated

n/s rear lamp unit damaged

Pass 18 Mar 2009 136,946 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 122,277 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2008 122,277 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 110,721 miles

rear fog light is loose

Pass 8 May 2006 97,911 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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N38 VLJ is a 1995 Mazda MPV in Silver with a 2,261cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 1995 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 135,780 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N38 VLJ, 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 31 years old, this Mazda MPV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N38 VLJ registered?

N38 VLJ is a 1995 Mazda MPV, first registered on 30 June 1995.

Is N38 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N38 VLJ shows 14 tests with a 64.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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