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NK51 VDX

2001 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

182,766 mi
Last recorded182,766 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2001 Mazda B Series99,900 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK51 VDX
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 182,766 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Spare tyre defective

Trailer electrical socket damaged, but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 8 Jun 2015 182,343 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Steering locking device missing (2.2.C.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Spare tyre defective

Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected (1.9.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2008 126,896 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 115,069 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 106,234 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2006 106,234 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Sep 2005 95,302 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2005 95,302 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2005 95,302 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring fractured (2.4.B.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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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NK51 VDX is a 2001 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2001 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 99,900 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 NK51 VDX, 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 25 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was NK51 VDX registered?

NK51 VDX is a 2001 Mazda B Series, first registered on 12 October 2001.

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