MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
251,176 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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50+ data pointsMOT History
Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
Spare tyre defective
Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.2c)
Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
Spare tyre defective
Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Nearside Front Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
How Reliable is the Mazda B Series?
Based on 136,422 MOT tests across 9,870 vehicles.
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R398 VJO is a 1997 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.
Across all 1997 Mazda B Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.0% with a typical mileage of 135,578 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 R398 VJO, 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 29 years old, this Mazda B Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.
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What year was R398 VJO registered?
R398 VJO is a 1997 Mazda B Series, first registered on 2 September 1997.
Is R398 VJO safe to buy?
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