MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
148,329 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?
Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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P165 SWS is a 1996 Mazda Xedos in Blue with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.
Across all 1996 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 104,363 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 Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P165 SWS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.
The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.
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What year was P165 SWS registered?
P165 SWS is a 1996 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 15 November 1996.
Is P165 SWS safe to buy?
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