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R504 AFC

1997 Mazda B Series

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2008
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,976 mi
Last recorded148,976 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2007
Typical for 1997 Mazda B Series135,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR504 AFC
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Jan 2007 148,976 miles

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

Slight bind on O/S/R + N/S/R wheels

Slight deterioration on front registration plate

Pass 13 Jan 2006 135,578 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 135,578 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.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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R504 AFC is a 1997 Mazda B Series in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 R504 AFC, 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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How do I check the history of R504 AFC?

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What year was R504 AFC registered?

R504 AFC is a 1997 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R504 AFC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R504 AFC 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 R504 AFC have outstanding finance?

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