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R563 ABW

1997 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

173,350 mi
Last recorded173,350 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2010
Typical for 1997 Mazda B Series135,578 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR563 ABW
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2010 173,350 miles

Chassis corroded slightly both sides

Rear view mirror missing

Pass 14 Feb 2009 162,734 miles

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

Centre mirror missing

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2008 152,899 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2008 152,899 miles

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

Pass 10 Jan 2007 144,538 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 128,496 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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R563 ABW is a 1997 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 R563 ABW, 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 R563 ABW registered?

R563 ABW is a 1997 Mazda B Series, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is R563 ABW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R563 ABW shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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