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F870 RBC

1989 Mazda E Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

336,178 mi
Last recorded336,178 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2025
Typical for 1989 Mazda E Series115,274 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF870 RBC
MakeMazda
ModelE Series
Year1989
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2025 336,178 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2024 329,332 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 321,030 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2022 312,652 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2021 302,310 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2020 296,466 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2019 289,967 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2018 283,486 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 277,009 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2016 265,440 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 253,595 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 243,537 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 234,742 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 225,912 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 217,012 miles
Pass 15 May 2010 207,691 miles
Pass 5 May 2009 198,202 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 188,925 miles
Fail 9 May 2008 188,925 miles

Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 8 May 2007 180,841 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 174,608 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda E Series?

Based on 81,836 MOT tests across 9,731 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
6,018
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
9,731
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 4,794
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 4,584
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 2,919
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 2,399
brake binding 2,340
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F870 RBC is a 1989 Mazda E Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1989 Mazda E Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 115,274 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda E Series fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 4,794 recorded failures. If you're considering buying F870 RBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda E Series typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 37 years old, this Mazda E Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was F870 RBC registered?

F870 RBC is a 1989 Mazda E Series, first registered on 12 June 1989.

Is F870 RBC safe to buy?

The MOT history for F870 RBC shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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