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N98 FPX

1996 Mazda MX-3

Red Petrol 1845cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

81,274 mi
Last recorded81,274 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2018
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-386,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN98 FPX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,845cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2018 81,274 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 81,273 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded end sill (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

slight bind to front brakes

Pass 4 Apr 2017 79,438 miles

corrosion front suspension turrets

Pass 5 Feb 2016 74,742 miles

Rear brake disks corroded

general underbody surface corrosion

Pass 30 Jan 2015 73,283 miles

rear tyres perished and split

rear tyres unevenly worn on inner edge

Pass 6 Jan 2014 63,814 miles

Nearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2013 61,653 miles

nearside rear tyre unevenly worn

Pass 13 Sep 2012 58,824 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 55,244 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 52,547 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2009 48,371 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2008 42,929 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2008 42,929 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 35,016 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2007 34,584 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 33,382 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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N98 FPX is a 1996 Mazda MX-3 in Red with a 1,845cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 86,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N98 FPX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N98 FPX registered?

N98 FPX is a 1996 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 11 March 1996.

Is N98 FPX safe to buy?

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