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P103 XRU

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

222,941 mi
Last recorded222,941 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2010
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP103 XRU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2010 222,941 miles

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise bodywork corrosion

advise front number plate

Fail 30 Nov 2010 222,941 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

advise bodywork corrosion

advise front number plate

Pass 4 Dec 2009 209,858 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 196,616 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2007 185,165 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 175,031 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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P103 XRU is a 1996 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 P103 XRU, 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 P103 XRU registered?

P103 XRU is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 8 October 1996.

Is P103 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P103 XRU shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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