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P116 XRU

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Apr 2012
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

242,446 mi
Last recorded242,446 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP116 XRU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Apr 2011 242,446 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 242,446 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Feb 2010 219,114 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Aug 2008 184,829 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2008 184,758 miles

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)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 164,710 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Sep 2007 164,710 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision worn smooth (3.3.A.1b)

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2006 142,720 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2006 142,393 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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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P116 XRU is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 1997 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 115,414 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P116 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 29 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 P116 XRU registered?

P116 XRU is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P116 XRU safe to buy?

The MOT history for P116 XRU shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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