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R663 EJO

1997 Mazda B Series

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2009
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

95,065 mi
Last recorded95,065 miles
Recorded on14 May 2008
Typical for 1997 Mazda B Series135,578 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR663 EJO
MakeMazda
ModelB Series
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2008 95,065 miles
Fail 12 May 2008 95,057 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2007 126,131 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 74,562 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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R663 EJO is a 1997 Mazda B Series in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 R663 EJO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R663 EJO registered?

R663 EJO is a 1997 Mazda B Series, first registered on 1 August 1997.

Is R663 EJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for R663 EJO shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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