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F376 KRJ

1989 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

159,367 mi
Last recorded159,367 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2015
Typical for 1989 Mazda B Series113,116 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF376 KRJ
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1989
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2015 159,367 miles

General body corrosion

Fail 29 Oct 2015 159,307 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

General body corrosion

Pass 16 Oct 2014 155,079 miles

General body corrosion

Pass 13 Nov 2013 152,104 miles

General body corrosion.

offside front body mounting corroded

Fail 8 Nov 2013 152,102 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

General body corrosion.

nearside outer sill corroded by body mounting.

offside front body mounting corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2012 149,975 miles

General body corrosion.

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Oct 2011 148,997 miles

Battery insecure

General body corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs corroded.

nearside chassis corroded

Fail 13 Oct 2011 148,995 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

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

Battery insecure

General body corrosion

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

both front brake discs corroded.

nearside chassis corroded

Pass 4 Feb 2010 146,997 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 145,868 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2009 145,850 miles

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

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2008 143,750 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2008 143,750 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pedal spongy (3.3.B.1b)

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2007 138,102 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2007 138,091 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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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F376 KRJ is a 1989 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1989 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.1% with a typical mileage of 113,116 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 B Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 9,638 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F376 KRJ, 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 37 years old, this Mazda B Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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F376 KRJ is a 1989 Mazda B Series, first registered on 15 May 1989.

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