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N516 SBC

1996 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2011
Tests2 (2 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,632 mi
Last recorded38,632 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2010
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN516 SBC
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc
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MOT History

2 pass
Pass 31 Jul 2010 38,632 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2009 29,398 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 121?

Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,747
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,459
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,371
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,598
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,343
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,793
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N516 SBC is a 1996 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 57,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 121 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N516 SBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N516 SBC registered?

N516 SBC is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 30 April 1996.

Is N516 SBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N516 SBC shows 2 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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