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M242 YVX

1995 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2184cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

198,870 mi
Last recorded198,870 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2010
Typical for 1995 Mazda B Series113,454 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM242 YVX
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1995
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,184cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2010 198,870 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 198,870 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 5 Mar 2009 198,548 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 197,141 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2008 197,139 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 195,102 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2006 193,085 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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M242 YVX is a 1995 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,184cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1995 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.4% with a typical mileage of 113,454 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 M242 YVX, 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 31 years old, this Mazda B Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of M242 YVX?

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What year was M242 YVX registered?

M242 YVX is a 1995 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 May 1995.

Is M242 YVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M242 YVX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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