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P636 CPB

1996 Mazda E Series

White Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Jan 2010
Tests7 (4 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

15,390 mi
Last recorded15,390 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2009
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP636 CPB
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

4 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2009 15,390 miles

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Fail 20 Jan 2009 157,390 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Vehicle structure has an inadequate repair which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

Rear Leaf spring has excessive wear in an anchor pin and/or bush (2.4.B.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Rear Leaf spring has a slightly deteriorated shackle pin rubber bush not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.B.2)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 152,434 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2008 152,434 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Dec 2006 147,314 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2005 143,250 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2005 143,250 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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P636 CPB is a 1996 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 57.1%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 P636 CPB, 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 P636 CPB registered?

P636 CPB is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 14 November 1996.

Is P636 CPB safe to buy?

The MOT history for P636 CPB shows 7 tests with a 57.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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