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P330 VGP

1997 Mazda MX-3

Turquoise Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Apr 2013
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

82,661 mi
Last recorded82,661 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2012
Typical for 1997 Mazda MX-386,688 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP330 VGP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-3
Year1997
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2012 82,661 miles

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

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

Fail 27 Apr 2012 82,658 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 79,624 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 75,998 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 72,196 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 67,972 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 64,939 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 61,742 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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P330 VGP is a 1997 Mazda MX-3 in Turquoise with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 1997 Mazda MX-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.6% with a typical mileage of 86,688 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 P330 VGP, 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 29 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 P330 VGP registered?

P330 VGP is a 1997 Mazda MX-3, first registered on 10 May 1997.

Is P330 VGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for P330 VGP shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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