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P857 VBB

1996 Mazda 121

White Petrol 1242cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Mar 2012
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

65,523 mi
Last recorded65,523 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2012
Typical for 1996 Mazda 12157,937 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP857 VBB
MakeMazda
Model121
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,242cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Fail 30 Mar 2012 65,523 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

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

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

O/S/F Tyre bald on inner edge

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 60,678 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 57,200 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 53,387 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 49,720 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2007 45,825 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2007 45,803 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nearside front tyre has a split in sidewall

Pass 10 Mar 2006 41,569 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 41,569 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Axle swivel joint has excessive play (2.5.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Mazda 121?

Based on 50,730 MOT tests across 6,017 vehicles.

62.9%
Pass Rate
3,747
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
6,017
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,459
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 4,371
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 3,598
Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,343
Service brake: efficiency below requirements 2,793
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P857 VBB is a 1996 Mazda 121 in White with a 1,242cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda 121 models, the average MOT pass rate is 60.8% with a typical mileage of 57,937 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 121 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,459 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P857 VBB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 121 typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda 121 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P857 VBB registered?

P857 VBB is a 1996 Mazda 121, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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