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P279 KBC

1997 Mazda MPV

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

71,344 mi
Last recorded71,344 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda MPV132,784 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP279 KBC
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2008 71,344 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2007 62,868 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is excessively worn (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Pass 1 Aug 2007 62,868 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 45,352 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MPV?

Based on 44,611 MOT tests across 3,157 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
6,780
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,401
position lamp(s) not working 1,305
Registration plate lamp not working 1,115
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 982
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P279 KBC is a 1997 Mazda MPV in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 132,784 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MPV fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P279 KBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MPV typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda MPV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P279 KBC registered?

P279 KBC is a 1997 Mazda MPV, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P279 KBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P279 KBC shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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