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P1 MXG

1996 Mazda MX-6

Green Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2026
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

33,012 mi
Last recorded33,012 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-699,069 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP1 MXG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-6
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 33,012 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 May 2024 32,720 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 May 2023 32,479 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 32,284 miles

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 32,279 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 32,159 miles
Pass 16 May 2015 32,049 miles
Pass 30 May 2014 31,400 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 30,163 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 27,824 miles
Fail 5 May 2011 25,756 miles

Brake Pedal slightly spongy in operation

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 5 May 2011 25,756 miles

Brake Pedal slightly spongy in operation

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

Pass 1 Dec 2006 25,589 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2006 475,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 22 Nov 2006 475,463 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-6?

Based on 27,122 MOT tests across 3,604 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
3,900
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,576
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1,196
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,045
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P1 MXG is a 1996 Mazda MX-6 in Green with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 99,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,744 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P1 MXG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P1 MXG registered?

P1 MXG is a 1996 Mazda MX-6, first registered on 25 October 1996.

Is P1 MXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for P1 MXG shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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