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J1 VEW

2000 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

156,157 mi
Last recorded156,157 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2000 Mazda B Series99,976 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ1 VEW
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2000
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 156,157 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 155,214 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2024 154,948 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2023 154,503 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 152,990 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2021 149,727 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 144,860 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 143,155 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2017 142,716 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2016 140,204 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2015 138,947 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 137,651 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2013 135,398 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 138,230 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 11 Jul 2012 132,820 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 29 Jun 2011 128,081 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 128,081 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Jun 2010 121,341 miles

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

corrosion to offside front brake disc inner face

surface corrosion to rear chassis

Fail 1 Jun 2010 121,341 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

corrosion to offside front brake disc inner face

surface corrosion to rear chassis

Pass 30 Jun 2009 119,882 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear and nearside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded

Fail 26 Jun 2009 119,861 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

offside rear and nearside rear shock absorber dust cover corroded

Pass 24 Jun 2008 111,782 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2008 111,782 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 27 Nov 2006 95,017 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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J1 VEW is a 2000 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 2000 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 99,976 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 J1 VEW, 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 26 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was J1 VEW registered?

J1 VEW is a 2000 Mazda B Series, first registered on 20 December 2000.

Is J1 VEW safe to buy?

The MOT history for J1 VEW shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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