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T496 TBA

1999 Mazda MPV

White Diesel 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 May 2026
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

163,383 mi
Last recorded163,383 miles
Recorded on29 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda MPV110,643 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT496 TBA
MakeMazda
ModelMPV
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 29 May 2025 163,383 miles

Underside and components corroded

Fail 29 May 2025 163,383 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Underside and components corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2022 163,144 miles

both rear wheel arches corroded outwith prescribed areas for mot purposes.

Pass 18 Sep 2020 162,066 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened most (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 162,021 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Towbar is so weakened by damage within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear exhaust shield loose

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened most (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 160,869 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 3 Oct 2019 160,869 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement “D” bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 Dec 2018 157,014 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all tyres worn on outer edges

Fail 3 Dec 2018 157,014 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

all 4 tyres worn outer edges

Pass 16 Dec 2017 152,342 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive forward tie bar mount (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak engine ()

rear interior heater pipes corroded

Fail 11 Dec 2017 152,342 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering crossmember (6.1.A.1)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive forward tie bar mount (2.4.A.3)

Oil leak engine ()

rear interior heater pipes corroded

Pass 25 Nov 2016 147,282 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2015 143,267 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

O/S/F DISC INNER SURFACE IN POOR CONDITION.

Pass 5 Dec 2014 138,848 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 135,496 miles

rear brake discs in poor condition.

Pass 28 Nov 2012 130,156 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2012 130,156 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2011 125,399 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MPV?

Based on 44,611 MOT tests across 3,157 vehicles.

68.2%
Pass Rate
6,780
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
3,157
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,975
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 1,401
position lamp(s) not working 1,305
Registration plate lamp not working 1,115
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 982
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T496 TBA is a 1999 Mazda MPV in White with a 1,998cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1999 Mazda MPV models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.2% with a typical mileage of 110,643 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 MPV fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,975 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T496 TBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MPV typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda MPV is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T496 TBA registered?

T496 TBA is a 1999 Mazda MPV, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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