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P301 PLO

1996 Mazda MX-3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

55,120 mi
Last recorded55,120 miles
Recorded on24 May 2017
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-386,042 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP301 PLO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 May 2017 55,120 miles

engine oil leak

Fail 23 May 2017 55,120 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

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

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

engine oil leak

Pass 25 May 2016 55,120 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (3.5.1g)

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

under veichle rusty

Pass 13 Feb 2015 55,120 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2014 55,120 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 54,751 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 54,571 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 54,355 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2011 54,346 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 9 Nov 2009 54,035 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2008 53,400 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 52,372 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2006 51,786 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2005 48,939 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-3?

Based on 67,760 MOT tests across 8,694 vehicles.

63.9%
Pass Rate
4,237
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
8,694
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,172
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,102
constant velocity joint gaiter split 3,642
Brake pipe excessively corroded 3,510
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 2,968
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P301 PLO is a 1996 Mazda MX-3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.1% with a typical mileage of 86,042 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-3 fails its MOT is suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 4,172 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P301 PLO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P301 PLO registered?

P301 PLO is a 1996 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is P301 PLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for P301 PLO shows 14 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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