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P256 RGJ

1996 Mazda 121

Red Petrol 1297cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

73,159 mi
Last recorded73,159 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP256 RGJ
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,297cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2011 73,159 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2010 70,767 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 63,640 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2007 61,027 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2006 57,366 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2006 57,365 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 20 Dec 2005 52,058 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 121?

Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,747
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,459
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,371
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,598
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,343
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,793
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P256 RGJ is a 1996 Mazda 121 in Red with a 1,297cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 57,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 121 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P256 RGJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P256 RGJ registered?

P256 RGJ is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 27 August 1996.

Is P256 RGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P256 RGJ shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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