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P371 FWP

1997 Mazda MPV

Blue Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

168,009 mi
Last recorded168,009 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda MPV132,784 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP371 FWP
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 168,009 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (

exhaust System Corroded Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 18 Mar 2023 166,302 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i)) x

Pass 2 Apr 2022 160,983 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

xhaust System Corroded Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

Fail 2 Apr 2022 160,983 miles

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i)) Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

xhaust System Corroded Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

Pass 28 Apr 2021 159,371 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 28 Apr 2021 159,371 miles

Exhaust System Corroded

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 158,008 miles

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Feb 2020 158,008 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 151,356 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under Seal Coated,

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2019 151,356 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under Seal Coated,

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2018 143,680 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 134,120 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2016 133,410 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2015 127,041 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2014 124,231 miles

both sides front side mirrors slightly deteriorated, handbrake has little reserve travel, both sides front rear wishbone bushes slightly worn, vehicle underbody has slight surface rust, both sides rear brake pads can't be viewed.

Pass 17 Oct 2013 122,384 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2012 115,856 miles

rear exhaust system coroaded but not blowing.

steering wheel grip has slight movement.

Fail 24 Oct 2012 115,855 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust system coroaded but not blowing.

steering wheel grip has slight movement.

Pass 24 Oct 2011 111,300 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2010 108,668 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake disc slightly corroded

rear brake disc slightly corroded

rear diff noisy

Fail 26 Oct 2010 108,643 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp obscured more than 50% (1.3.2c)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

front brake disc slightly corroded

rear brake disc slightly corroded

rear diff noisy

Pass 18 Aug 2008 70,044 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 70,044 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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P371 FWP is a 1997 Mazda MPV in Blue with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 P371 FWP, 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 P371 FWP registered?

P371 FWP is a 1997 Mazda MPV, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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