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N808 SMX

1996 Mazda MPV

Green Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2020
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

146,798 mi
Last recorded146,798 miles
Recorded on10 Oct 2019
Typical for 1996 Mazda MPV132,589 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN808 SMX
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Oct 2019 146,798 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Dec 2015 146,146 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 146,057 miles

Centre Upper Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 Aug 2014 146,057 miles

Nearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

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

Offside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)

Battery insecure (1.9.1) DANGEROUS

Nearside passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2) DANGEROUS

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3) DANGEROUS

Centre Upper Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Coolant leak

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper insecure

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2006 125,254 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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N808 SMX is a 1996 Mazda MPV in Green with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 132,589 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 N808 SMX, 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 30 years old, this Mazda MPV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N808 SMX registered?

N808 SMX is a 1996 Mazda MPV, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N808 SMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for N808 SMX shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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