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N831 RGD

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2017
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

188,283 mi
Last recorded188,283 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN831 RGD
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 188,283 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (3.5.1i)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion at parts of underbody (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Feb 2015 176,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

front o/s brake grabbing

Pass 15 Jan 2014 169,635 miles

n/s front inner sill corroded

o/s front inner sill corroded

Pass 11 Feb 2013 163,984 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2012 155,514 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2012 155,514 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 10 Feb 2011 146,410 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2010 133,917 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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N831 RGD is a 1996 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N831 RGD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N831 RGD registered?

N831 RGD is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 3 August 1996.

Is N831 RGD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N831 RGD shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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