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N904 BAU

1996 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

27,265 mi
Last recorded27,265 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2017
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN904 BAU
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc
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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2017 27,265 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 25,615 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 24,271 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 22,735 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 22,735 miles

Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 21,694 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 20,385 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2011 19,208 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2010 17,853 miles

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 15,819 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2008 13,994 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 12,294 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2006 10,571 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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N904 BAU is a 1996 Mazda 121 in White with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 N904 BAU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N904 BAU registered?

N904 BAU is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 17 May 1996.

Is N904 BAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for N904 BAU shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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