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P991 TBV

1996 Mazda E Series

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2014
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

128,134 mi
Last recorded128,134 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2013
Typical for 1996 Mazda E Series117,915 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP991 TBV
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1996
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2013 128,134 miles

n/s wiper spindle heavily worn

o/s rear light temporary repair

rear numberplate in poor condition

Fail 4 Jan 2013 128,083 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Headlamp switch faulty (1.7.1) DANGEROUS

n/s wiper spindle heavily worn

o/s rear light temporary repair

rear numberplate in poor condition

Pass 20 Dec 2011 123,030 miles

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

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

coolant leak from engine

rear leaf spring shackle bushs in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 16 Dec 2011 122,975 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 carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

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

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

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

coolant leak from engine

rear leaf spring shackle bushs in poor condition

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 7 Jan 2011 119,630 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2011 119,630 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

accident damage to rear of vehicle

front disc pads worn to limit

n/s wiper spindle heavily worn

rear metal brake pipes corroded

Pass 18 Dec 2009 115,530 miles

front pads low

rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear number plate in poor condition

Fail 18 Dec 2009 115,530 miles

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

front pads low

rear metal brake pipes corroded

rear number plate in poor condition

Pass 29 Dec 2008 111,800 miles

wiper spindles heavily worn

Fail 29 Dec 2008 111,799 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.B.1a) DANGEROUS

wiper spindles heavily worn

n/s front tyre nail in tread

Pass 12 Jan 2008 107,802 miles

n/s headlamp poore image

Pass 16 Jan 2007 103,291 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2007 103,251 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brake pedal pad in poor condition

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Clutch pedal pad split & in poor condition

N/s/r tyre worn to limit

Pass 14 Jan 2006 99,323 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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P991 TBV is a 1996 Mazda E Series in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 P991 TBV, 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 P991 TBV registered?

P991 TBV is a 1996 Mazda E Series, first registered on 30 August 1996.

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