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MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED (1996)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 58 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

81%

Total Tests (2024)

58

Avg Mileage

133,838 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£1,900

Is the 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED reliable?

Good reliability. Occasional issues but generally solid. That's close to the national average of 82%.

At 28 years old, 81% of MAZDA UNCLASSIFIEDs from 1996 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 58 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 133,838 miles.

How does the 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED compare?

Rank among all 1996 cars80th out of 252(top 32%)
Rank among all MAZDA models234th out of 483(top 48%)
vs national average-1% (82% avg)
vs 1996 cars average+6% (75% avg)
vs MAZDA average+0% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED has 133,838 miles on the clock, which is below the expected 207,200 miles for a 28-year-old car. This suggests lighter use than average, which generally means less wear on major components.

How much does a 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Diesel, 2490cc)
£1,245
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs
£350
Total per year£1,900
Per month£158/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
201891%4375,657 mi
201779%6896,220 mi
201674%82102,711 mi
201577%7496,497 mi
201466%95130,899 mi
201366%50136,777 mi
201277%81102,902 mi
201165%98130,473 mi
201073%132134,498 mi
200961%102158,332 mi
200864%110136,686 mi
200760%129140,498 mi
200666%128144,369 mi
200563%141133,297 mi
200465%126142,876 mi
200380%130121,502 mi
200269%105123,795 mi
200167%70119,895 mi
200070%131118,259 mi
199969%58115,948 mi
199869%90124,592 mi
199769%71128,169 mi
199681%58133,838 mi
199568%59135,637 mi

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About the 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED

The 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED is a large car with a 2490cc diesel engine. 58 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. Among all cars from 1996, the average MOT pass rate is 75%, and this model beats that benchmark.

With an average of 133,838 miles at 28 years old, MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED owners tend to use this car less than the typical driver.

1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED Fuel Costs

The 2490cc diesel engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 40 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,245 per year at current diesel prices of 148p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year). Diesel cars of this age should have their DPF (diesel particulate filter) checked, as replacements can be costly.

What does it cost to own a 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED?

Total estimated annual running cost is £1,900 (£158/month), broken down as £1245 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £350 predicted repairs. Repair costs are moderate, reflecting the 81% pass rate. Keeping on top of servicing will help avoid surprises.

MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED Reliability Trend

The MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED

At 28 years old, the MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. Note: with only 58 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.

Alternatives to the 1996 MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED

The MAZDA UNCLASSIFIED is actually the most reliable option among similar diesel large cars from this era. Here are comparable diesel cars with similar engines: