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P263 XLJ

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Dec 2013
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

123,062 mi
Last recorded123,062 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP263 XLJ
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2012 123,062 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2012 123,040 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

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

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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

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

Pass 13 Dec 2011 118,531 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Fail 8 Dec 2011 118,519 miles

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Inner Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Mar 2010 11,201 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

front and rear number plates begining to deteriorate

rust appearing on rear chassis and reare cross member

wipers split but clearing screen

Fail 3 Mar 2010 111,086 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

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

front and rear number plates begining to deteriorate

rust appearing on rear chassis and reare cross member

wipers split but clearing screen

Pass 19 Feb 2009 108,214 miles

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

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

handbrake travel

Pass 19 Feb 2008 105,676 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

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

Pass 16 Feb 2007 102,193 miles

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

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

both number plate backings starting to come away

offside rear handbrake pivot slightly seized

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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P263 XLJ is a 1996 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 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 117,915 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 P263 XLJ, 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 30 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 P263 XLJ registered?

P263 XLJ is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 August 1996.

Is P263 XLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for P263 XLJ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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