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P424 DRC

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

181,194 mi
Last recorded181,194 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP424 DRC
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2007 181,194 miles

slight bind on offside rear brake

Pass 26 Sep 2006 163,134 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2006 163,134 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pivot has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive side play at eye (anchor) (2.4.B.4)

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Nearside Rear rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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P424 DRC is a 1996 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 117,915 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P424 DRC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P424 DRC registered?

P424 DRC is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 10 September 1996.

Is P424 DRC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P424 DRC shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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