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P474 PVW

1997 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jun 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

187,080 mi
Last recorded187,080 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2011
Typical for 1997 Mazda E Series115,414 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP474 PVW
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2011 187,080 miles
Pass 29 May 2010 179,840 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2009 165,785 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 148,098 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2007 138,629 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 126,413 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2006 126,413 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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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P474 PVW is a 1997 Mazda E Series in White with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1997 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.6% with a typical mileage of 115,414 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 P474 PVW, 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 29 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P474 PVW registered?

P474 PVW is a 1997 Mazda E Series, first registered on 18 April 1997.

Is P474 PVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P474 PVW shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P474 PVW have outstanding finance?

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