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P720 PHW

1996 Mazda MX-6

Red Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2012
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

123,093 mi
Last recorded123,093 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-699,069 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP720 PHW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-6
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2011 123,093 miles

all cv boots perished and weepimg grease

Fail 4 Feb 2011 122,895 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 hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

all cv boots perished and weepimg grease

Pass 8 Feb 2010 118,178 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2010 118,178 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2008 115,026 miles

Nearside & offside outer cv boots perrished

Sill covers fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2007 110,924 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 102,835 miles

o/s/r & n/s/r tyre's inner edges worn

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-6?

Based on 27,122 MOT tests across 3,604 vehicles.

64.7%
Pass Rate
3,900
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,604
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 1,744
constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,737
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,576
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 1,196
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,045
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P720 PHW is a 1996 Mazda MX-6 in Red with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-6 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.0% with a typical mileage of 99,069 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-6 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 1,744 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P720 PHW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-6 typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda MX-6 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P720 PHW registered?

P720 PHW is a 1996 Mazda MX-6, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is P720 PHW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P720 PHW shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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