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N588 PLJ

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Mar 2009
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

198,816 mi
Last recorded198,816 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2008
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN588 PLJ
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2008 198,816 miles

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s rear wheel binding slightly

slight play in steering rack

Fail 3 Mar 2008 138,811 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Oil leak

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s rear wheel binding slightly

slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Mar 2007 133,621 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 133,621 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

Front brake judder

Slight play in steering rack

Pass 27 Mar 2006 127,469 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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N588 PLJ is a 1996 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 117,915 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 E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N588 PLJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N588 PLJ registered?

N588 PLJ is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 May 1996.

Is N588 PLJ safe to buy?

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