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P460 NNM

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2020
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

96,951 mi
Last recorded96,951 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2019
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP460 NNM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2019 96,951 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced n/s and o/s front sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2018 93,230 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 90,474 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2017 90,474 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 27 Jan 2016 88,613 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 86,541 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2014 84,222 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2013 81,332 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2012 79,182 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 76,092 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2010 72,723 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2009 64,640 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

offside rear tyre cracked on wall

Pass 7 May 2008 61,653 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 61,653 miles

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

Pass 29 Jan 2007 61,265 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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P460 NNM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P460 NNM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P460 NNM registered?

P460 NNM is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P460 NNM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P460 NNM shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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