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P255 DDF

1997 Mazda Xedos

Blue Petrol 2497cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Sep 2017
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,454 mi
Last recorded104,454 miles
Recorded on21 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda Xedos96,100 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP255 DDF
MakeMazda
ModelXedos
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,497cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Sep 2016 104,454 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 98,348 miles
Pass 28 May 2014 92,575 miles

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

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

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

Fail 27 May 2014 92,570 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

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

Pass 1 Jun 2013 86,533 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 81,263 miles
Pass 9 May 2011 75,265 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 69,355 miles
Fail 6 May 2010 69,348 miles

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

Fail 14 May 2009 62,953 miles

Front registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 14 May 2009 62,953 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 56,488 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 49,361 miles

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

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

Pass 12 May 2006 44,565 miles

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

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

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

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

How Reliable is the Mazda Xedos?

Based on 19,717 MOT tests across 3,033 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,647
Miles/Year
34
Year Lifespan
3,033
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

constant velocity joint gaiter split 1,512
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,213
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 893
position lamp(s) not working 573
Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint 565
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P255 DDF is a 1997 Mazda Xedos in Blue with a 2,497cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Xedos models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 96,100 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Xedos fails its MOT is constant velocity joint gaiter split, accounting for 1,512 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P255 DDF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Xedos typically stays on UK roads for around 34 years. At 29 years old, this Mazda Xedos is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P255 DDF registered?

P255 DDF is a 1997 Mazda Xedos, first registered on 16 June 1997.

Is P255 DDF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P255 DDF shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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