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P466 RGE

1996 Mazda 323

Green Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Sep 2008
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,352 mi
Last recorded99,352 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2007
Typical for 1996 Mazda 32396,639 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP466 RGE
MakeMazda
Model323
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2007 99,352 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 98,944 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Front Exhaust mounting missing (7.1.1b)

rear wiper split, os wiper arm hitting bonnet. †o/s/f sidelight and indicator lamp loose. †front of vehicle damage. †bonnet weather seal insecure. †bonnet safety catch spring missing(ok) †radiator leaking. †both aux belts noisey and aged. †underside

Pass 5 Aug 2006 89,385 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2006 89,385 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Aug 2005 81,807 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 323?

Based on 823,541 MOT tests across 88,407 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,454
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
88,407
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 53,662
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 39,672
Brake pipe excessively corroded 31,356
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 30,442
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,947
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P466 RGE is a 1996 Mazda 323 in Green with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 323 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.7% with a typical mileage of 96,639 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 323 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 53,662 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P466 RGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 323 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 323 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P466 RGE registered?

P466 RGE is a 1996 Mazda 323, first registered on 17 August 1996.

Is P466 RGE safe to buy?

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