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F231 GCD

1988 Mazda B Series

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Mar 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

93,781 mi
Last recorded93,781 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2019
Typical for 1988 Mazda B Series112,254 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF231 GCD
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2019 93,781 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2018 91,400 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2017 88,202 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 85,156 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 81,657 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 80,022 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 78,227 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 77,084 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2011 75,867 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 74,663 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2009 72,285 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2008 71,052 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2007 69,591 miles

all suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

chassis has heavy surface corrosion

front registration plate cracked

offside door window frame corroding

slight leak from centre exhaust

Fail 5 Mar 2007 69,591 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision incomplete (3.3.A.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light (1.2.1e)

all suspension bushes starting to deteriorate

chassis has heavy surface corrosion

front registration plate cracked

offside door window frame corroding

slight leak from centre exhaust

Pass 13 Mar 2006 67,249 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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F231 GCD is a 1988 Mazda B Series in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 F231 GCD, 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.

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What year was F231 GCD registered?

F231 GCD is a 1988 Mazda B Series, first registered on 12 August 1988.

Is F231 GCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for F231 GCD shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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