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E686 JNR

1988 Mazda B Series

Red Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

102,256 mi
Last recorded102,256 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2017
Typical for 1988 Mazda B Series112,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE686 JNR
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1988
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Fail 5 Jun 2017 102,256 miles

Rear Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,128 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 98,041 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 98,037 miles

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

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

emissions not tested due to condition of exhaust

Pass 12 May 2014 95,161 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 95,122 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Fail 7 May 2013 92,116 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 92,116 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2012 89,728 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 86,884 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 4 May 2010 84,344 miles

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

Pass 20 Apr 2009 81,756 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2008 79,421 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2007 74,996 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2006 74,993 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Front Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Dec 2005 72,434 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda B Series?

Based on 136,422 MOT tests across 9,870 vehicles.

68.9%
Pass Rate
5,432
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
9,870
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 9,638
fog lamp not working 5,286
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,589
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,901
Registration plate lamp not working 2,281
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E686 JNR is a 1988 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 1988 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.3% with a typical mileage of 112,254 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda B Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E686 JNR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda B Series typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 38 years old, this Mazda B Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E686 JNR registered?

E686 JNR is a 1988 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 March 1988.

Is E686 JNR safe to buy?

The MOT history for E686 JNR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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