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P48 GML

1996 Mazda E Series

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

190,521 mi
Last recorded190,521 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2008
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP48 GML
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2008 190,521 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2008 190,499 miles

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 186,379 miles

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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P48 GML is a 1996 Mazda E Series in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol 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 P48 GML, 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.

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What year was P48 GML registered?

P48 GML is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 23 August 1996.

Is P48 GML safe to buy?

The MOT history for P48 GML 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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