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R213 NFL

1998 Mazda B Series

Red Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,602 mi
Last recorded93,602 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda B Series103,822 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR213 NFL
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1998
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 18 May 2026 93,602 miles

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 88,823 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jun 2024 84,046 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Jun 2023 78,613 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 May 2022 72,229 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s outer cv joint gaiter deteriorated

Pass 3 Jun 2021 67,070 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from wheel cylinder (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Jun 2020 64,106 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 61,352 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 60,173 miles

rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 3 Jun 2017 54,195 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 48,604 miles

rear exhaust slightly corroded

Pass 26 Jun 2015 43,968 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 38,883 miles

front tyres worn on edges and age cracked rear tyres age cracked

Pass 1 Jun 2013 33,511 miles

age cracks in all four tyres

Pass 9 Jun 2012 29,358 miles

small cracks in both front tyre walls

Pass 10 Jun 2011 26,070 miles

cracks in both front tyres

Pass 9 Jun 2010 24,983 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 17,848 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)

small split in n/s/f tyre

Pass 18 Apr 2008 14,120 miles

Corrosion showing in all chassis areas. Rear springs are corroded. Nearside front tyre is cracking.

Pass 3 Apr 2007 13,703 miles

Nearside front tyre is slightly cracked.

Pass 21 Apr 2006 12,036 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2005 10,791 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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R213 NFL is a 1998 Mazda B Series in Red with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 103,822 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 R213 NFL, 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 28 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R213 NFL registered?

R213 NFL is a 1998 Mazda B Series, first registered on 17 April 1998.

Is R213 NFL safe to buy?

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