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NEG 348

1985 Mazda B Series

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Apr 2010
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

109,150 mi
Last recorded109,150 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2009
Typical for 1985 Mazda B Series121,432 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNEG 348
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1985
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2009 109,150 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 7 Feb 2008 161,830 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2008 161,830 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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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NEG 348 is a 1985 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1985 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.9% with a typical mileage of 121,432 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 NEG 348, 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 41 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 NEG 348?

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What year was NEG 348 registered?

NEG 348 is a 1985 Mazda B Series, first registered on 19 September 1985.

Is NEG 348 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NEG 348 shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NEG 348 have outstanding finance?

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