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N96 MGT

1996 Mazda 121

Blue Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Dec 2009
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

75,367 mi
Last recorded75,367 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2008
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN96 MGT
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Dec 2008 75,367 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 4 Dec 2008 75,281 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Inner Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside hand brake performance slghtly low

Pass 7 Dec 2007 69,685 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

bodywork has dent and scratch

engine misfire

front grill insecure

Fail 6 Dec 2007 69,685 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Direction indicator affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)

Offside Outer Rear Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

bodywork has dent and scratch

engine misfire

front grill insecure

Pass 6 Dec 2006 61,048 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 60,919 miles

Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 7 May 2005 51,102 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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N96 MGT is a 1996 Mazda 121 in Blue with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 N96 MGT, 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 N96 MGT registered?

N96 MGT is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 8 May 1996.

Is N96 MGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N96 MGT shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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