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P343 HMG

1996 Mazda Xedos

Green Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Nov 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,636 mi
Last recorded98,636 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2015
Typical for 1996 Mazda Xedos104,363 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP343 HMG
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2015 98,636 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front both, wheels slight binding

Nearside Rear foot and hand brake readings slightly lower

Nearside Rear wheel slight binding

Offside Front fitment indicator unit

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear tyre nail

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

accident damage all round, body rust

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

floor/sills surface corrosion

front shock shrouds broken

Fail 29 Oct 2015 98,613 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Front both, wheels slight binding

Nearside Rear foot and hand brake readings slightly lower

Nearside Rear wheel slight binding

Offside Front fitment indicator unit

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear tyre nail

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

accident damage all round, body rust

engine covers fitted and/or under trays fitted, not allowing full inspection

floor/sills surface corrosion

front shock shrouds broken

Pass 29 Oct 2014 96,931 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 96,931 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2013 95,573 miles

Coolant leak

Fail 29 Oct 2013 95,573 miles

Coolant leak

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Oct 2012 92,686 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

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

Pass 27 Oct 2011 89,850 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 86,083 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 82,526 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 82,526 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 30 Oct 2008 80,556 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 76,577 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2006 72,131 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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P343 HMG is a 1996 Mazda Xedos in Green with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.8% with a typical mileage of 104,363 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P343 HMG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P343 HMG registered?

P343 HMG is a 1996 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 31 October 1996.

Is P343 HMG safe to buy?

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