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P120 XRU

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2013
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

135,602 mi
Last recorded135,602 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP120 XRU
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 2 Nov 2012 135,602 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Oct 2011 130,292 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Oct 2010 123,595 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Pass 31 Oct 2009 117,808 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 112,404 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 104,846 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2006 98,758 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2005 91,093 miles

CENTRE EXHAUST SILENCER BLOWING SLIGHTLY.

NEARSIDE REAR TYRE GETTING LOW ON TREAD.

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN AWAY ON EDGES.

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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P120 XRU is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 P120 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.

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What year was P120 XRU registered?

P120 XRU is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 28 February 1997.

Is P120 XRU safe to buy?

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